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Key Industries

AGRICULTURE

Mower County is one of the top ranked producers of soybeans, corn and hogs in Minnesota and the United States. Agriculture's innovations are being incorporated here in Mower County area with massive investment in cutting edge practices.

Workforce is the foundation of a solid economy. Here, Riverland Community College is a leader in agricultural and food science-related training and education.

FOOD PRODUCTION

Hormel Foods Corporation was established in Austin in 1891. Major business infrastructure has grown with Hormel Foods, including:

  • Trucking & Warehousing
  • Corrugated & Printing
  • Contractors
  • Professional services
BIOSCIENCE

The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, was started in 1942 by Jay C. Hormel. It has a long history of scientific discovery focused on improving health.

Focuses on cancer research with connections to Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson, and Columbia University.

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