Office of the Legislative Auditor - Financial Audit Division

Key Conclusions:

• The institute properly compensated its employees in accordance with board policy, and its internal controls provided reasonable assurance that grants were in compliance with applicable board policies and management’s authorization.

Audit Period:
October 1, 2000 to September 30, 2003

• Grants
  
• Payroll

The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute was established by the Minnesota Legislature in 1989. The institute promotes new markets, products, and product uses, as well as the expansion of existing markets for the state’s agricultural commodities and products. The institute received a $2.84 million General Fund appropriation in fiscal year 2003.