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May 7, 2024Jefferson City, Mo. |  By: Jeremy Werner

Gov. Parson declares May as Beef Month

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Governor Mike Parson has officially declared May as Beef Month in Missouri, celebrating the hard work and dedication of cattlemen and cattlewomen across the state.

In a press release, Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn praised Missouri beef producers for their resilience and dedication.

Despite challenges such as drought and rising input costs, Missouri remains a national leader in beef production, contributing significantly to the state’s economy. With Missouri ranking third nationally in beef cow numbers and maintaining a strong presence in total cattle production, the industry plays a crucial role in the state's economy.

For more information about Missouri's Department of Agriculture and its initiatives, visit agriculture.mo.gov. To delve deeper into the beef industry in Missouri, resources are available at mocattle.org or mobeef.org.