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/TabAHPHAZQ8?si=0P34_DzmClzNGHb1 Once a farmer decides to add a new crop to their rotation, there are many practical and technical processes to consider, from the field to the sale of the crop. Upon harvest, this includes pre-cleaning procedures, equipment needs to ensure grain condition, and proper handling and storage methods to meet contracted quality requirements. Join…
https://youtu.be/Efmf2yJcGLw?si=eYRm5CSaRwiH28Rw Minnesota and the Upper Midwest offer many farmer-focused and farmer-led models for capitalizing on innovative market opportunities. The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is pleased to feature the following industry experts as they highlight pathways to successfully commercialize novel and specialty crops in the region and beyond. Join us May 16, 2024 (12:00-1:30 p.m.…
https://youtu.be/S_Nf2_yP57s?si=gyElrl9duXgoe0dd Minnesota's value-added agricultural industry is well-equipped to adapt to a changing climate and the increased focus on climate resiliency and lowering carbon intensity. Are you interested in learning more about these opportunities? If so, you will not want to miss the kick-off webinar of this four-part series. The initial webinar will set the stage…
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 management can lead to water pollution, eutrophication, and dead zones in aquatic ecosystems while also releasing nitrous oxide (N₂O), a potent greenhouse gas. Fertilizer production…
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 discussion about financial investments, time needs, and risks involved. The three-person moderated panel with an audience question-and-answer format will discuss topics such as securing capital,…
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 through a combination of innovation, research, and partnerships. Minnesota is a leader in protein production and new efforts are underway to support industry transformation and…
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 for the May 14th installment of Webinar Wednesday! AURI will cover the cost of a one-year benchmarking subscription for the first 40 subscribers who are…
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 industrial sectors. With scientific creativity, farming innovation, and cross-sector collaboration, lipids are evolving from a traditional commodity into a platform for innovation. This webinar aims…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qyACms9aYw&t=6s Our first "Future of Lipids" webinar highlighted the transformative science and technology reshaping how fats and oils are produced, structured, and applied across food, feed, and industry. This next webinar takes the conversation one step further: from concept to commercialization. Our knowledgeable and engaging slate of speakers from the organizations below will share how…
Alfalfa has long been a cornerstone forage crop, but emerging innovation is opening the door to high-value, non-forage applications that could fundamentally reshape its role in sustainable agriculture. Join AURI and leading innovators for the first session in a two-part webinar series exploring new utilization pathways for alfalfa and the market forces accelerating their adoption.…
Building on the foundation established in Session 1, this second webinar in AURI’s alfalfa innovation series shifts the focus from food-grade applications to non-forage uses in feed, fertilizer, and processing technologies. AURI and select field experts will share current research, pilot trials, and commercialization pathways that are expanding alfalfa’s role in diversified and resilient agricultural…
This webinar, “Why Minnesota’s Agricultural Industry Has a Stake in Maritime Decarbonization Through Renewable Fuels,” will explore the overlooked connection between the agricultural industry and the maritime shipping sector’s opportunity for renewable fuels. Industry experts will also discuss how the state’s farms, processing facilities, and renewable fuel producers are linked to global trade. In this…
