Learning More About the Work of the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI)
The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is a nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate the expansion of the agricultural economy by empowering expanded uses and markets of agriculturally derived products. Shannon Schlecht, Executive Director for AURI, sat
Dairy Companies Slash Added Sugars by Nearly 60% in School Milk as New School Year Begins
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7, 2025—The nation’s school milk processors have reduced added sugars by nearly 60% in flavored milk products sold at schools as a result of a voluntary, industry-led effort. The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today
Thousands Attend Ag Appreciation Day at Sioux Empire Fair
(Sioux Falls, SD) — The Sioux Empire Fair heats up with gratitude as thousands turn out for the 42nd annual Ag Appreciation Day. Nearly three-thousand people enjoyed a free lunch Wednesday, all to thank the farmers and
Minnesota Power Proposes Wind Farm In Two ND Counties
(Mercer County, ND) — A new wind farm could be developed between two North Dakota counties. Minnesota Power officials recently announced the Longspur Wind Project, a proposal to construct a 45-turbine wind farm in North Dakota. The
RFA Thanks Lawmakers for Bills Removing Outdated E15 Roadblocks
The Renewable Fuels Association today thanked Sens. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Reps. Adrian Smith (R-NE) and Nikki Budzinski (D-IL) for leading the introduction of the bipartisan Ethanol for America Act in the Senate and House,
NCGA Awards 2025 Fall Scholarships
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) announced the awardees for the 2025 NCGA Scholarship Programs. A committee of grower leaders selected twelve exceptional students to receive scholarships for this upcoming fall semester. “Tomorrow’s ag leaders are in
Growth Energy Applauds Introduction of Ethanol for America Act
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, welcomed the introduction today of the Ethanol for America Act—a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would simplify labeling and infrastructure requirements for fuel retailers seeking to offer E15, a fuel blend
Vietnam Battles Rapid Surge in African Swine Fever, Threatening Pork Supply Chains
Vietnam is confronting a rapidly escalating outbreak of African swine fever, with infections more than tripling in just two weeks. State media reports the situation has prompted urgent government intervention and renewed concerns about disruptions to global
USDA Faces September Funding Cliff as Parties Clash Over Spending ‘Claw-Backs’
September brings another funding cliff for USDA and the rest of the federal government, as both parties prepare for a fight over presidential funding ‘claw-backs.’ The House and Senate USDA spending bills are nearly four billion dollars