Oct–Dec, 2009

Nothing can be sustained without water, including industry. Once considered a free and unlimited resource, water is now a limited resource in many parts of the United States, forcing communities…

Every year, AURI helps dozens of businesses and entrepreneurs develop ag-based products, move technology into real-world applications and improve their likelihood of success. But equally important to AURI’s mission are…

What if you had to eat the fibrous coconut shell along with the delicious coconut meat and milk? Talk about digestive distress! That’s what it is like when a newly-weaned…

A new soybean crushing plant in the heart of dairy country will help farmers boost milk production. Benchmark Ag LLC plans to build a $14 million expeller plant to manufacture…

Houston, Minn. — The flavors of Old World Germany can be found nestled in the Mississippi bluffs of southeastern Minnesota.“Through the Grapevine,” a restaurant featuring traditional German cuisine, offers homemade…

Redwood Falls, Minn. — Cool, dry weather, topical forums and the opportunity to compare seed varieties and farm equipment brought thousands of people to Farmfest 2009 at the Gilfillan Estate…

Falcon Heights, Minn. — While many State Fair visitors were noshing on corn dogs, deep-fried candy bars and other food on a stick, some dined on confit of duck rillette…

Editor’s note: As a service to our readers, we provide news about the work of others in ag utilization. Often, research done elsewhere complements AURI’s work. Please note that ARS…

AURI’s virtual presence is getting a new look. The website www. auri.org is undergoing a major renovation that will be complete in October. “For many people, the first place they…

For an organization to succeed, it’s important to see the big picture. Many factors influence an industry, what it accomplishes and where it should go. Some are under your control;…

AURI scientist ponders the future of agriculture and ag processing Since a functioning crystal ball hasn’t been invented yet, the experience, intelligence and resourcefulness of the human mind is the…