Articles tagged under: AURI
Innovation Highlighted at New Uses Forum
Published April 10, 2024
The Agriculture Utilization Research Institute hosted its New Uses Forum Tuesday in Mankato. During a panel discussion, Fluid Quip Technologies President Neal Jakel said innovation is beginning in the farm field and continuing throughout the system. "We have just begun…AURI Directors Elected
Published March 15, 2024
Minnesota’s Agricultural Utilization Research Institute announced the election of two new board members and the re-election of one board member. Trinity Creek Ranch co-owner Mikalya Taber from Red Lake County and Nobles County farmer Ted Winter has been elected to…AURI Update
Published February 2, 2024
The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute will host a Webinar Wednesday to promote the resources available for scaling food businesses. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will provide information on available programming. AURI will also highlight its co-manufacturing toolbox. Listen to this…AURI: A Results Based Approach
Published January 31, 2024
Minnesota’s Agricultural Utilization Research Institute worked on over 220 projects in the past year. AURI Executive Director Shannon Schlecht says that has resulted in over $260 million in new annual sales for businesses and entrepreneurs. AURI focuses on two primary…Voegele Joins AURI Team
Published September 15, 2023
Jennifer Voegele is the new director of marketing communications for Minnesota's Agricultural Utilization and Research Institute. Previously, Voegele worked for Fortier Public Relations and Midwest Dairy.Developing Oilseed Markets
Published June 5, 2023
This Friday, farmers can learn about growing and developing markets for Minnesota oilseeds in Crookston in a session titled Fields of Innovation: Growing and Developing Markets for Minnesota Oilseeds. AURI Business Development Director of Novel Supply Chains Alexandra Diemer says…AURI Update
Published September 26, 2022
The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute is launching an Ag Innovation News podcast. Hear more about it in the latest AURI update.Entrepreneur in Residence Program Launched
Published September 9, 2022
Minnesota’s Agricultural Utilization Research Institute is accepting applications for its Entrepreneur in Residence Program. Program participants will have access to AURI labs and scientific expertise. This program can also open the door for research and development grant funds.AURI Agricultural Innovation Center Announced
Published August 26, 2022
Minnesota’s Agricultural Utilization Research Institute received a $500,000 USDA grant to create an Agricultural Innovation Center. This effort will provide technical and business development assistance to farmers who market or produce value-added products. AURI plans to launch in the fourth…