Brad Matuska is currently the Business Development Director of Biomass Feedstocks at Agricultural Utilization Research Institute. Brad previously worked as an Adjunct Professor at College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University, and as the Co-Owner and Co-founder of Mississippi Topsoils, Inc. Brad also has experience as a General Manager at NaturTech Composting Systems and as an Instructor at Southwest China Normal University. Matuska holds a Masters of Business Administration from The College of St. Scholastica and a BA in Biology from St. John's University.
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Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI)
The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is a nonprofit; developed to produce new uses for agricultural products through science and technology, partnering with businesses and entrepreneurs. The goal of AURI is to bring agricultural ideas to reality. We generate economic impact in Minnesota communities by helping businesses grow their markets through AURI innovative opportunities in four focus areas: biobased products, renewable energy, coproducts and food. We provide a range of services to expand markets, develop new uses and improve processes. AURI provides scientific technical assistance, technology transfer and a targeted network of resources to develop value-added uses for crops and coproducts. We provide applied research services and product development assistance to create new ag-based products, process refinements to help move businesses to market. With unique facilities and professional staff, AURI is a one-of-a-kind resource that provides assistance to Minnesota businesses looking to create more value for the state’s agricultural products.