Agricultural Agencies

AURI, Agricultural Utilization Research Institute

"AURI provides scientific technical assistance, technology transfer and a targeted network of resources to develop value-added uses for crops and coproducts."

ESAP, Energy and Sustainable Agriculture Program of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

"The purpose of the program is to demonstrate and promote alternative practices which are energy efficient, environmentally sound, profitable and which enhance the self-sufficiency of Minnesota farmers. "

FSA, Farm Service Agency

The FSA oversees and administers federal farm programs that support production agriculture.

MCIA, Minnesota Crop Improvement Association

The MCIA is the official seed certification agency in Minnesota.

NRCS, Natural Resources Conservation Service

The NRCS oversees and administers federal farm programs that support conservation.

SWCD, Soil and Water Conservation Districts

"SWCDs are special purpose units of government that manage and direct natural resource management programs at the local level."

UMES, University of Minnesota Extension Service

The outreach arm of the University of Minnesota.