UConn considers launching agriculture innovation center

The University of Connecticut is considering the creation of a Center for Agriculture and Food Innovation that will help statewide businesses in the agriculture sector.

According to UConn, the center will support startups and established food manufacturers, either farm-based or otherwise, that are seeking to expand and innovate their products offerings. The new center would be a collaboration between UConn”™s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, along with the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, and the UConn School of Business.

“UConn is a committed partner in the state”™s goals ”“ from economic development to preparing a workforce for the future,” said Interim President Radenka Maric. “This center could serve as another opportunity for UConn to support growing Connecticut businesses.”

“In many ways, UConn already serves as a central resource on both agricultural science and business,” added Dean Indrajeet Chaubey from the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources. “We”™re looking to expand our efforts to help food entrepreneurs succeed and support economic development in the state.”

UConn is asking for public input on whether to proceed with the center, which can made via an online survey at https://uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dcLVLRXETJ9i4B0.