Vol. 17, No. 4
This edition of Ag Innovation News was originally published in approximately October of 2008.
Ag Innovation News
AURI strives for innovation — not just creativity but making something the world can use. We are always looking for the next big thing,
Cottonwood, Minn. — Jon Mohn is working on a new “screen-saver” program. He has a warehouse full of grass-seed chaff and screenings — material
Benson, Minn. — Minnesota corn farmers may soon become cob farmers too — if Bill Lee has his way. Lee, general manager of the
Opportunities are often disguised as problems — a need for something new or improved. Every year, AURI staff meet with leaders in agriculture, business
Environmental Dust Control tries new ingredients as renewable energy ups the demand for crop oils Editor’s note: This series updates readers on entrepreneurial ventures
Cecil Massie wants to skip the cow. Cow manure is getting notice as a methane source for generating electricity. But Massie, a chemical engineer,
Carmen McEwen, AURI’s new deputy director of science and technology, brings an international flair, strong interest in innovation, and experience developing food, cosmetic, oral
Roundtable team looks at incentives and tools needed for renewable-energy ventures. Money is key to a renewable-energy venture’s success. But it’s not the only
Gilfillian , Minn. — AURI showcased value-added agricultural innovations to thousands of visitors to Minnesota’s premier farm show, Farmfest 2008, in August. The three-day
Falcon Heights, Minn. — The Great Minnesota Get-Together may be all about food – but it doesn’t have to come deep-fried on a stick.
Mahnomen, Minn. — Companies vying in the competitive snack-food market won’t succeed with half-baked ideas. A new Minnesota venture is eager to show its
Editors note: Elsewhere provides news from around the globe on new uses for agricultural products. Please note that ARS is the research arm of
1. How much prairie-grass seed screenings does Prairie Wild produce annually? A. 42 tons B. 350,000 pounds C. 8,000 pounds 2. What is
