| AURI has three field offices located in Crookston (also the AURI State Headquarters), Marshall, and Waseca.
The field offices provide services to rural start ups, existing businesses, cooperatives and commodity groups
with ideas for new uses for agricultural commodities. Services include business assessment, feasibility analysis
and product development support. AURI staff also provides technical support to clients to increase the likelihood
of commercial success.
Staff serve as the conduit to help businesses access AURI programs. AURI works with other agencies and organizations
to provide a network of resources. AURI staff work one-on-one with businesses to enhance their chances for success
and to foster business development in rural Minnesota.
AURI works to identify and assess opportunities for commercializing new or value-added uses for Minnesota produced
agricultural commodities based on market opportunities and technical and economic feasibility. In addition to working
with Minnesota businesses, AURI also investigates emerging opportunities through industry wide initiatives. These
initiatives hold the potential to impact a larger number of producers.
Each AURI office and staff member has unique skills and capabilities, however, the collective strength of the
organization is available to Minnesota businesses.
Facilities by Location
- State Headquarters »
- One distinct advantage AURI has is our regional locations and focus. However, some functions have statewide impact. AURI's state office in Crookston includes administrative services like contractual services, information technology and more. While operating mostly behind the scenes, these vital services help AURI programs run smoothly.
- Fermentation and Chemistry Laboratory »
- AURI’s chemistry lab is used for the research and analysis of industrial products and microbiology. This facility is used to support projects that have the potential to introduce agricultural commodities as ingredients for industrial products.
- Product Development Laboratory »
- AURI’s product development lab in Crookston is available to those seeking to introduce new foods to the marketplace. It is especially focused on smaller companies and entrepreneurs who are developing and commercializing new food products.
- Contact Information »
- Meat Laboratory »
- The meat laboratory in Marshall is used for formulation and analytical assessment of animal products. This USDA inspected facility includes equipment for developing and testing new products.
- Analytical Laboratory »
- The primary focus of the analytical laboratory in Marshall is on value-added products resulting in cost-effective oilseed processes, feed stocks and product performance in the marketplace.
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- Co-Products Utilization Laboratory »
- This facility in Waseca is used for the development of new uses for plant and animal co-products that present environmental and economic opportunities. Focus areas include biomass energy, ag processing by-products and crop residues.
- Communications Department »
- The Southeast Office is also home to the AURI Communications department, which promotes the organization, clients and shares information on value added agriculture in Minnesota.
- Contact Information »
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