AURI Connects is our event platform that curates trainings, webinars, and virtual and in-person events for the value chain. It brings together businesses, agricultural producers, and entrepreneurs to explore value-added agricultural opportunities, build connections, and stay informed on emerging trends and technologies.
https://youtu.be/12trrqeXugQ?si=3B4pdi1Rk2LB56vK Fertilizers are indispensable and not replaceable materials for sustaining high agricultural productivity, but their careful management is vital for protecting water and air quality and long-term sustainability. Poor nitrogen…
Date: November 20, 2024 Location: MinnWest Technology Campus in Willmar, MN/Hybrid Time: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Contact: Angela Owens at aowens@auri.org or call 218.281.7600, ext. 104
EVENT RECAP VIDEO https://youtu.be/OF_xJrrEjq4?si=z54yJP-hnm8nFZ2m FULL EVENT RECORDING https://youtu.be/fsoImz8lSWs?si=31uncShR_YnMar5O Theme: Exploring Energy Efficiency Opportunities for Minnesota's Value-Added Ag/Food Processing Sector This hybrid event focused on exploring proven technologies and emerging innovations focused on improving energy efficiency for value-added processing. Presenter PowerPoint Presentations (.pdf) Luca Zullo Frank Kohlasch Ron Omann Ashwin Nambudiripad Roy Duininck Bill…
Date: January 16, 2025 Location: Drury Hotel, St. Paul, MN / Hybrid Time: 8:00am – 1:30pm Contact: Angela Owens at aowens@auri.org or call 218.281.7600, ext. 104
https://youtu.be/6i7RD1lDerk?si=R616apM2PNlEmys8 This hour-long webinar will provide entrepreneurs and professionals in the food and ag industry with an overview of how to bring new products and processes to market, including a…
https://youtu.be/6_Qi4JaMUgM?si=3PUIm_AwInwtNtng As global demand for protein continues to grow due to increasing population and consumer interest, the food and agricultural industry is evolving to meet this demand sustainably and responsibly…
AURI March Board Meeting March 19-20, 2025 1:00-5:30 P.M.; 8:00 A.M.-12:15 P.M. Contact: Angela Owens at aowens@auri.org or call 218.281.7600, ext. 104
https://youtu.be/KZBAC7V8PgU?si=22COKd8AQUsiVf8f Are you interested in learning about the development of a new meat processing benchmarking tool and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Grant Opportunities? If so, plan to join us…
AURI June Board Meeting June 19, 2025 Green Fox Company, Kimball, MN | Hybrid 8:00 A.M.-3:30 P.M. Contact: Angela Owens at aowens@auri.org or call 218.281.7600, ext. 104
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWkq1cGSiAE&t=3s The Future of Lipids— A Market Explosion in Food, Fuel, Crops, Bioplastics, & More The future of lipids is bright, multifaceted, and crucial for sustainability across food, feed, and…
AURI Board of Directors Special Meeting Date: September 15, 2025 Location: Virtual Time: 7:00am – 7:20am Contact: Angela Owens at aowens@auri.org or call 218.281.7600, ext. 104
September AURI Board Retreat Date: September 29 & 30, 2025 Location: Chase on the Lake, Walker, MN | Hybrid Time: 9:00pm – 5:00pm, 8:00am – 2:30pm Contact: Angela Owens at…
