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AURI Releases Market Assessment on A2 Milk in Minnesota

    Findings show increased interest in A2 milk supply at the farm and demand at retail The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute’s (AURI) Agricultural Innovation Center, which is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development program, recently released an A2 Milk Market Assessment. The report discusses A2 milk trends in Minnesota and is free to view on AURI’s website. “AURI recognized growing interest from dairy farmers in A2… Continue Reading AURI Releases Market Assessment on A2 Milk in Minnesota

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    Strengthening Minnesota’s Food Supply Chain Via the RFSI Program

      In this episode, Kaylee Thornley (Grant Administrator, Agricultural Marketing & Development Division) and Mike Zastoupil (Food Systems Specialist) from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), chat about the projects funded by one-time federal dollars as part of the American Rescue Plan Act. They also highlight additional grant opportunities available to businesses and entrepreneurs through the RFSI Program and MDA.

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      AURI launches new food business landing page to highlight expanded support offerings

        Free new tools and services include AURI’s Virtual Assistant, food business toolbox, and expert office hours The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is launching a new food business landing page to highlight the expanded support options available to food business entrepreneurs. “With over 60 combined years of food business industry experience, our staff is excited to share its knowledge more widely to expand the agricultural economy,” says Jason Robinson, director… Continue Reading AURI launches new food business landing page to highlight expanded support offerings

        Step 1: Watch This Introductory Video To Get Started

        This video will give you a brief overview of AURI, its free tools and services, and how to engage for a paid service package or custom project (available to licensed food businesses). If this is your first time seeking paid support from AURI, please watch this video before moving to Step 2.

        Step 2: Meet for a 1-on-1 Consult with a Member of AURI

        Register below for a 1-on-1 consult with an AURI staff member. The purpose of this consult is to confirm your needs fit with AURI’s mission, your business is at a stage where you can benefit from AURI support, and to appropriately scope your work with AURI. Once you complete and submit your registration, an AURI project manager will send a link to your email where you can sign up for the consultation with an AURI staff member at a time that works for you.

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