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Upcoming Events
| Farmfest
August 6-8, 2013
Gilfillan Estate, Redwood County, MN
Stop by AURI's booth, #612, to learn about the latest in agricultural innovation from AURI clients and scientists. There will be food samples, games, giveaways and more!
Big Iron Farm Show
September 10-12, 2013
Red River Valley Fairgrounds, West Fargo, ND
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The house that banana bread built
 A home for children now exists in Thailand thanks to the efforts of six classmates from Breck School in Golden Valley, Minnesota, who raised $11,000 for a permanent roof over the heads of 23 children. One member of this group, Madi Lommen, who worked with AURI to start a business selling banana bread, is an example of yoking together entrepreneurial spirit with the desire to change the world for the better.
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New research report looks at value of low-fat DDGS
Excessive dietary fat can negatively affect growth of fiber-digesting ruminal microorganisms and consequently decreases organic matter total tract digestibility, feed intake and overall performance in feedlot cattle.
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, support improved rumen function and subsequently enhance overall nutrient digestibility, feed intake and utilization and feedlot cattle performance.
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AURI clients recognized
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 Congratulations to Nots! on being chosen to represent Minnesota at National FFA Alumni "Taste of the States" in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Nots! provide a crunchy snack for those with nut allergies.
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Anaerobic digester planned for South Saint Paul, Minn.
SaniGreen Bioenergy is planning to construct a $30 million anaerobic digester in South Saint Paul, Minn., to produce biogas fuel. The facility will utilize 150,000 tons of solid and liquid organic waste each year from local schools, grocery stores, municipalities and food processing facilities to produce pipeline-quality biogas .The gas will be used to fuel a 1.1 MW generator to power the facility, which will also produce organic fertilizer for local and regional businesses.
SaniGreen is an extension of Canada's Sanimax and Wisconsin-based Green Energy Partners.
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The latest edition of Ag Innovation News (July-September 2013) is now available on AURI's website. Interested in receiving a copy? Please contact 
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