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Food Team One-Point Lessons

    Starting or growing a food business can be overwhelming, but clear, focused guidance can make all the difference. That’s why the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) created its Food Team One Point Lessons—a series of concise, easy-to-digest guides designed specifically for food entrepreneurs. Each lesson hones in on a single, critical topic, offering practical insights based on credible sources to help you tackle common challenges. Explore the series below and… Continue Reading Food Team One-Point Lessons

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    Where Are They Now? – Junita’s Jars

      Turning an idea for a food product into a viable business that stands the test of time is not for the faint of heart. The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute’s (AURI) food team helps tilt the odds. One Minnesota entrepreneur, who recently found success in the marketplace with help from AURI, is Junita Flowers, founder of Junita’s Jar. She produces cookies with a cause. Flowers grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota.… Continue Reading Where Are They Now? – Junita’s Jars

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      AURI’s Food Team Generates Impact in 2023

        The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute’s (AURI) food team provides consulting and technical services to help bring business ideas to reality. Last year, the team worked on 114 projects throughout the state, split between private commercialization projects and public initiatives. Of those, 46 were new endeavors launched during the fiscal year. As part of AURI’s annual Ag Innovation Partnership Program, the food team studied the challenging economics of shared-use commercial kitchens… Continue Reading AURI’s Food Team Generates Impact in 2023

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        Heavenly Treats for Valentine’s Day

          In this episode, Kathy Leighton Carton, Founder/Owner of Heavenly Treats, discusses her journey into the food production business and recipe development, and shares advice for other food entrepreneurs.

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          AURI Hosts Free Webinar Series for Scaling Food Businesses

            The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is hosting a two-part webinar series on strategies to improve Minnesota’s scalable food business infrastructure. Part 1 of the free event series is from Noon to 1 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, and is sponsored by Bremer Bank and Avisen Legal. Registration is now open, and media members are invited to attend. Accelerating business growth in the food space requires a comprehensive… Continue Reading AURI Hosts Free Webinar Series for Scaling Food Businesses

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