The Impact of LCFS Policy on Agriculture and Allied Industries in Minnesota

Minnesota’s biofuels industry is a major economic driver, generating about $13.3 billion in annual output, contributing nearly $4.0 billion in value, producing $2.1 billion in labor income, and supporting over 22,000 jobs. Its impact extends well beyond fuel production, influencing agriculture, transportation, trade, finance, and household spending across the state. The report examines how adopting...…

Pet Food Production and Ingredient Analysis (2025)

The pet food manufacturing industry is an increasingly important partner in the agricultural industry. The production of animal and plant-based protein and energy sources for use in pet food is tremendously diverse, providing nearly countless opportunities for creating recipes to address the nutritional needs of the nation’s pets.