The United States Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) and the University of Minnesota (UMN) conducted a research project to test whether carbon (C)
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The United States Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) conducted a research project to investigate the performance of agriculturally derived residue materials in bioreactors.
This report illustrates the impact of the novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID) on supply chains for Minnesota food and agriculture manufacturers and processors. A collaboration
AURI is pleased to present this preview of an upcoming Minnesota Hemp Value Chain Analysis report to the growers, governments, supply chain sectors and
Read the full report: Effects of Feeding Reduced-Fat Modified Distillers Grains with Solubles on Dietary Energy Values, Finishing Cattle Performance and Beef Quality Characteristics
This research demonstrates that ethanol plants can grow this particular market for their feed products, while livestock producers get a simple, low-cost, effective feed
Results indicate feeding high levels of corn or soy coproducts in feedlot heifer diets does not have an effect on carcass characteristics, drip loss,
This research can help direct cattle producers on design, construction and management of their feeding operations to effectively raise cattle along with gaining greater
Reduced oil concentration in DDGS has minimal, if any, effect on growth performance and carcass com The reduced oil concentration in DDGS generally improves
This project shows that feeding DDGS does not cause defects in Swiss cheese; and can be utilized by ethanol and dairy producers when making
This study suggests that reduced-fat distillers grains can replace full-fat distillers grains in feedlot diets without having a negative impact on growth performance, carcass,
Results from this project will provide information regarding whether or not feeding DDGS is a causative factor in foaming of swine manure and provide
“This initiative is about creating a vision and strategy to transform Minnesota’s fundamental strength in agriculture into leading-edge innovation and economic growth for the
The objective of this study was to assess the effect of feeding crude glycerol or minimally‐refined cottonseed oil on growth performance, carcass composition and
The objective of this study was to compare the performance of pigs fed diets containing 20% distillers’ dried grains with solubles (DDGS) to that
More research needs to be conducted to learn more of the inter-relationships of amino acids for turkey. While this study emphasized valine and tryptophan
This study aims to assess the bio‐methane potential of sieved dairy manure with different organic byproducts including condensed distillers solubles (CDS) and cheese whey.
This project researched the chemical conversion of bioethanol to produce a more valuable commodity chemical, ethylene carbonate, and determine if this conversion is viable
A new report out shows that Minnesota’s economic future may well be rooted in its historic leadership in agricultural production. Continue Reading
Heat stress reduces livestock productivity and this may in part be by reduced intestinal integrity or “leaky gut”. Dairy products improve intestinal integrity in
The use of twin-screw extrusion to produce puffs and crisps for cereals and snacks is widely utilized in the food industry. Soy protein is
Results from this study suggest that the inclusion of modified distillers grains plus solubles and crude glycerin in beef cattle finishing diets did not
During this research, selective extraction of Dried Distillers Grains with Solubles (DDGS) produced several valuable materials. Using a process developed at the Natural Resources
A major ingredient in pig’s feed is corn. The use of corn in ethanol production also results in the generation of byproducts that have
A new research report looks at whether the content of low-fat distillers grains could attenuate negative effects of high dietary fat on ruminal fermentation,
High fat and high sulfur concentrations in traditional distillers grains plus solubles limit inclusion rates in feedlot cattle diets. High dietary sulfur concentrations are
Read the complete report: Interaction of distillers grains on sulfur concentration and dietary roughage on microbial fermentation About this report: The increase in ethanol
Read the complete report: Implications of corn producer participation in stover biomass markets and availability About this report: Growing the next generation of renewable
Read the Mid-Project Preliminary Research Report: Dairy Digester System About This Report This report gives an update on proposed enhancements to the dairy digester
Read the complete report: Investigation of relationship of chemical composition, viscosity, and metabolizable energy of distillers grains for poultry About this report: The overall
Read the complete report: Effects of DDGS nutrient composition (reduced‐oil) on digestible and metabolizable energy value and prediction in growing pigs About this report:
Read the complete report: Vitamin E and selenium status of pigs fed DDGS diets and relationship to Mulberry Heart Disease About this report: In
Read the complete report: DDGS and E.Coli in Cattle Diets: A Two-Part Study About This Report Ethanol plants and cattle producers create a symbiotic relationship: The
Read the Mid-Project Preliminary Research Report: Optimization of denitrifying bioreactor performance with agricultural residue-based filter media About This Report Wood-chip denitrifying bioreactors are one
Read the complete report: How Alternative Feed Ingredients Affect Poultry Dietary Electrolyte Balance About This Report Dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS), derived primarily
Read the complete report: Water Reuse for Agricultural Processing (A Community Case Study) About This Report The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) recognizes the
Read the complete report: Mechanical Dewatering Technolgies for Wet Biomass View the presentation: Dewatering Technologies for Wet Biomass About This Report Many wet biomass
The objective of this study was to determine potential biomass resources within the Midwest for thermal heating applications in order to provide a “snapshot”
The research objective of this experiment was to replace 35% of dry rolled corn in traditional corn-based feedlot diets with a high protein dried
Use of manganese oxide to attenuate negative effects of high sulfur concentrations in distillers grains-based finishing rations File Attached: Manganese_Oxide_Final_Report_to_AURI_and_MCRPC_November_2011.pdf
This study evaluated alternate media as well as media mixes that could be used as bedding for compost barns. The goal is to help
There is a demand for barley straw as an odor control mechanism however, transportation issues limit the use of it as a marketable product.
The purpose of this initiative is to investigate drying technologies that might make the drying process more economical, and make the use of post-digester
The agriculture industry is abundant and the potential for biogas production is significant in northwest Minnesota. Biogas, or methane, is produced through a processof
Food and beverage producers have been using anaerobic treatment of their production wastewaters for decades. These systems have become increasingly popular in recent years
Glycerol is a sugar alcohol by-product of bio-diesel production. About 1 gallon of glycerin is produced for every 10 gallons of bio-diesel. This report
Phase III of Converting Thin Stillage into Renewable Energy, Renewable Fertilizer, and Recyclable Water File Attached: Phase_III_Report_Final.pdf
An evaluation of glycerol, a biodiesel coproduct, in grow-finish pig diets to support growth and improve pork quality. Part of a large collaboration between
This report studies the effects of increasing glycerol and dried distillers grains with solubles on the growth performance and carcass characteristics of finishing pigs.
This report details results of the use of crude glycerol, a bio-diesel coproduct, in diets for lactating sows. Part of a large collaborative project
This report details the effects of DDGS source on growth performance and carcass characteristics of growing-finishing pigs. Part of a collaboration between MN Pork
This publication reveals results of a study pertaining to energy determination of corn co-products fed to finishing pigs and use of in vitro OM
Microwave drying is an emerging technology that could be used as an alternative to the current method which most often uses heat from burning
By the end of 2008, the National Biodiesel Board estimates the nation’s biodiesel production capacity will exceed 1.3 billion gallons per year. Producing that
This report was conducted by AURI on behalf of the MN Corn Growers Association. File Attached: Flowability_summary_10_17_05.pdf
As the biodiesel industry grows, so does the nation’s supply of glycerin. Refined glycerin is used in thousands of products from food to toothpaste
Anaerobic digesters are not necessarily a fit for every operation. There are multiple considerations that should be addressed prior to installing these digesters. File
Livestock producers in Minnesota and elsewhere are seeking ways to deal with manure from their operations in a safe, efficient and sustainable way. Among
With the fluctuating cost of soybean meal and synthetic lysine, many producers are faced with looking for cost effective alternatives for this limiting amino
AURI Development and Utilization of Agricultural Co-Products Program seek utilization ideas for plant and animal by/co-products that present environmental and economic opportunities. The development