Minnesota’s relationship with China has evolved over a century through many exchanges in culture, education, and business.  Leading multinational corporations headquartered in Minnesota such as 3M, Cargill, and General Mills, have significant business interests in China. Minnesota’s agricultural export to China is one of the fastest growing among all the states. A growing number of Chinese-owned companies have also set up U.S. operations in Minnesota and are contributing significantly to the local economy.  The University of Minnesota is home to one of the largest groups of Chinese students in the United States and has educated some of the top agriculture experts China has today. Smaller educational institutions in Minnesota, ranging from boarding schools to colleges, enjoy a great reputation in China and attract significant numbers of Chinese students to the state.