October 2026

Minnesota agriculture could play a key role in supplying lower-carbon fuels to the global shipping industry. On Dec. 16, AURI will host the 2026 Minnesota Renewable Energy Roundtable at the…

A promising ingredient or food product takes more than a good idea to reach customers. AURI helps Minnesota producers and food businesses test ingredient performance, work through processing and food…

Could industrial hemp help build a more resilient animal-feed system? A new report prepared by AURI for the MBOLD Coalition explores hemp seed meal’s nutritional value, sustainability potential, and path…

AURI leaders will help shape conversations about Minnesota’s food and agriculture economy at two key October events. AURI’s Executive Director Shannon Schlecht and Senior Director of Business Development and Commercialization…

HempCoat is revolutionizing drywall construction, so it’s only fitting it was selected to compete in the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce’s Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota contest. The contest highlights innovative…