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.
Interested in locally raised fish for food and how MN could advance an aquaculture industry? Join AURI as we learn from leaders in Minnesota’s aquaculture industry and how they are positioning for growth.
https://youtu.be/jIeH6GYzRBA The Covid pandemic put the spotlight on small meat processing and slaughter operations that bridge the gap between the local farmer and consumer. Training options for butchers has also declined while the existing skilled workers are aging out of the industry. Please join the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute and Ridgewater and Central Lakes Colleges…
Date: November 18, 2021 Location: Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort, Deerwood, MN Time: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Contact: hharguth@auri.org or call 218.281.7600 ext. 128 to receive meeting or call-in information
Opportunities exist to make renewable natural gas (RNG) an increasingly important part of the Minnesota renewable energy landscape. The agricultural and processing industries can play a vital role in this emerging RNG sector.
Hear from knowledgeable speakers on innovative new work that will change the landscape for biofuels in the future.
This webinar will focus on themes derived from the industry assessment of over 69 food, agriculture, and ecosystem partners across Minnesota, including a view of the economic, social, and ecosystem challenges and opportunities.
Date: December 16, 2021 Location: Homewood Suites, Edina, MN Time: 8:00 am to 2:30:00 pm Contact: hharguth@auri.org or call 218.281.7600 ext. 128 to receive meeting or call-in information
This webinar will showcase AURI’s 2021 Year-in-Review and highlights from other ecosystem partners. Attendees will also learn about the many efforts underway to foster long-term economic development through value added agriculture products in Minnesota.
Date: January 20, 2022 Location: Drury Hotel, St. Paul, MN Time: 8:00 am to 2:30:00 pm Contact: hharguth@auri.org or call 218.281.7600 ext. 128 to receive meeting or call-in information
In this webinar, you’ll hear from experts in the field about the health benefits of Wild Rice, its potential as a plant-based source of protein and learn more about its economic impact on the Minnesota agricultural industry.
https://youtu.be/77nO1r8-fJ0 AURI Connects: Fields of Innovation — Growing Indoors: The Future of Controlled Environment Agriculture in Minnesota (Part One of a Two-Part Series) The Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) industry holds considerable promise for enhancing Minnesota’s ability to feed more people by extending growing seasons and producing high-value agricultural products indoors in a northern climate. AURI,…
Date: March 7, 2022 Location: Remore Time: 8:00 am to 8:30 am Contact: hharguth@auri.org or call 218.281.7600 ext. 128 to receive meeting call-in information