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Explore the latest Missouri business news and stay informed on recent project announcements, economic development updates, business expansions, and success stories.

From key industry updates to economic trends, we provide comprehensive coverage of Missouri business developments.

Whether you’re tracking growth opportunities, following market shifts, or seeking insight into the state of Missouri’s business climate, our aggregated news feed is here to keep you ahead of the curve.

Sedalia Announces Amazon’s Expansion in Missouri with New Last-Mile Facility in Thompson Meadows Industrial Park

Sedalia, Mo. – April 30, 2025 – Amazon is expanding its footprint in Missouri with a new, 65,000-square-foot last-mile facility in Sedalia. It will be built on 15 acres within the ... Read More

Missouri is a Top State for Value-Added Agriculture

Missouri is an ideal state for companies that produce food and products utilizing corn, soybeans, dairy, and livestock due to its rich agricultural resources, strategic location, and favorable business environment. As ... Read More

WashU Unites Plant Science, Public Health, and Agtech; Launches FARM to Transform Food Systems

Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) has launched the Food and Agriculture Research Mission (FARM) to tackle global food security challenges. Housed in the School of Public Health, FARM will drive ... Read More

Boeing’s Latest Contract Highlights Missouri’s Strength in Advanced Manufacturing 

Missouri’s status as a powerhouse in advanced manufacturing and aerospace technology has been reaffirmed with Boeing’s recent selection to develop the next-generation F-47 fighter jet. The U.S. Department of Defense’s decision ... Read More

Missouri Partnership CEO Highlights the Power of Collaboration  on ‘Spotlight on Soybeans’ Podcast

After working with several local, regional, and state partners to attract American Foods Group (AFG) to Missouri, the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council, Missouri Corn Growers Association, Missouri Farmers Care, and Missouri ... Read More

Beyond the Scoreboard: The Economic Power of Missouri’s Pro Sports

Want to understand the economic impact of sports? Come to Missouri and find a real-life case study. Since hosting the 1904 Summer Olympics, Missouri’s sports industry has evolved into a cornerstone ... Read More

Missouri Mega Site Earns Top Certification from Site Selector’s Guild

The Heart of America Mega-Site in New Florence, Missouri, received a REDI Sites Bronze designation from the Site Selectors Guild. The REDI Sites Bronze designation places the Heart of America Mega-Site ... Read More

Culver-Stockton College Recognized for Rural Economic Development Leadership at Global UIIN Conference in Amsterdam

Culver-Stockton College is putting Missouri Northeast on the map for rural economic development. Leslie Sieck, Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development and Executive Director of Tri-State Development, was selected to ... Read More

Missouri Partnership Welcomes Evan Glantz as Director, Business Recruitment

Missouri Partnership announced today that Evan Glantz will join the organization as Director, Business Recruitment. In this role, Glantz will collaborate with state, regional, and local partners to attract new businesses ... Read More

JVIC Invests $4 Million to Advance Missouri’s Semiconductor Industry 

The Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC) at Missouri State University in Springfield established the Advanced Manufacturing Node to bolster Missouri’s semiconductor industry by fostering technological innovation, infrastructure development, and workforce enhancement. ... Read More