MN Exports Surge

Minnesota exports rose to $6.7 billion in the last quarter, an 11 percent increase over the same period last year. The growth of Minnesota exports outpaced the three percent national rate for the quarter and outperformed all but 12 other states. The two largest export markets for Minnesota are Canada and Mexico. The sale of miscellaneous grain and oilseeds was up 47 percent. Meat sales rose 27 percent.