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Trade, Agriculture,
& Investment
Event Series
Summer 2025
This summer, Minnesota Africans United is excited to bring together a series of events to promote two-way trade and investment between Minnesota and the continent of Africa as well as business growth opportunities for the African Diaspora in Minnesota. These curated events focus on bringing together business leaders, government representatives, and members of Minnesota’s vibrant African diaspora community to discuss topics on trade, policy and investment, and to network with industry leading companies in agriculture, energy, and technology.
Whether you're exploring new markets, seeking partnerships, or looking for high-impact agrifood investment opportunities, this is your chance to connect early and help drive the next wave of blue economy investment.
July 28 - 29: MAU Trade Mission to Iowa - Pella, Ames & Des Moines, IA
August 1 -2: U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment Summit - St. Paul, MN
August 5-7: MAU Agribusiness Trade Mission to Farmfest - Redwood County, MN
August 19-21: MAU Trade Mission to Dakotafest - Mitchell, SD
Scroll below for a description of each event and use the link to register for one or all of the events.
Space is limited. Register today to secure your spot.
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Day 1
Date: Friday, August 1
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Topic: African Diaspora Business
& Policy
Day 2
Date: Saturday, August 2
Time: 9am - 6pm
Topic: U.S.-Africa Trade &
Investment Forum
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Location: The Commodore, 79 Western Ave N. St. Paul, MN 55102
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Member Price - $75 both days, $50 single day
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Non-Member Price - $100 both days, $75 single day
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Registration Deadline: Friday, July 25, 2025
U.S.-Africa Trade & Investment Summit
Aug. 1-2, 2025
St. Paul, MN
MAU’s 2025 U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment Summit brings together business leaders, high-level government officials, and entrepreneurs from the African diaspora to explore topics on policy, trade, and investment opportunities focusing on two-way trade and investment between the United States and the African continent. Join us as we discuss how to navigate the evolving landscape of trade, new investment opportunities, and resources for entrepreneurs and international business. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for dialogue and networking.
Summit Sponsors
Iowa Trade mission
July 28-29, 2025
Pella, Ames, & des moines, ia
The Iowa Trade Mission is a one of a kind chance to meet with top Iowa based companies and business leaders. We'll explore new market potential in different sectors including agriculture, poultry, and manufacturing, plus receive facility tours from industry leader in agricultural and industrial equipment Vermeer plus meetings. Delegates of this mission will have a unique opportunity to make valuable connections to grow and advance their business relations in Iowa and beyond.
MAU will arrange transportation for all attendees to travel together by bus from the Twin Cities to Iowa. Your registration cost includes transportation and some meals. All attendees will be responsible for hotel and meals. MAU will reserve a block of rooms and provide details to all registrants.
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Location: The delegation will travel by bus together from the Twin Cities to Iowa
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Cost: $500
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Registration Deadline: Monday, July 21, 2025
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*Space is limited - register will close once capacity is met.
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Location: The delegation will travel by bus together from the Twin Cities to Redwood County
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Cost: $500
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Registration Deadline: Monday, July 28, 2025
*Space is limited - register will close once capacity is met.
Farmfest agribusiness
trade mission
August 5-7, 2025
Redwood COunty, mn
Join MAU as we attend this year’s Farmfest featuring products, services, and technologies from over 400 vendors! If you are an farm business owner or interested in starting your own agribusiness, you won’t want to miss this event! Farmfest brings together farmers, agribusiness owners, and agricultural support organizations from across the Midwest. This is your opportunity to explore, network, and find the resources you need to start, grow, or expand your business.
MAU will arrange transportation for all attendees to travel together by bus from the Twin Cities to Redwood County. Your registration cost includes transportation and event fees. All attendees will be responsible for hotel and meals. MAU will reserve a block of rooms and provide details to all registrants.
Dakotafest agribusiness
trade mission
August 19-21, 2025
Mitchell, SD
MAU is excited to attend its first Dakotafest. Similar to Farmfest, this expo brings together over 400 exhibitors showcasing agriculture-focused products, services, and technologies. This event provides opportunities to connect farmers with resources and people to help them find the solutions they need to grow their agribusinesses. Join MAU as we travel to South Dakota for this exciting event.
MAU will arrange transportation for all attendees to travel together by bus from the Twin Cities to South Dakota. Your registration cost includes transportation and event fees. All attendees will be responsible for hotel and meals. MAU will reserve a block of rooms and provide details to all registrants.
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Location: The delegation will travel by bus together from the Twin Cities to South Dakota
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Cost: $500
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Registration Deadline: Monday, August 11, 2025
*Space is limited - register will close once capacity is met.
Register today!
Space is limited so be sure to register to secure your spot for these unique events!
Register for one or all events in one convenient registration form. Option to register for Trade Missions will be on page two of the form.
Once form is submitted, you will be asked to provide payment. Space will not be secured until payment is received.