Show-Me Dairy, Inc. - Why Missouri for Dairying?

Show-Me Dairy, Inc. - Dairying in Missouri

Why Missouri for your
dairy operation?

The kind of dairy programs you could profit from.

Profits are the most important thing a dairy farmer can make. Because without profits, your business would simply be out of business. And there's one state where dairy cows are considered cash cows. Missouri. Here you'll find everything that's needed for running the most efficient dairy operation possible.

Owning a dairy farm conveniently located near everywhere isn't a far out idea.

All you have to do is dairy in Missouri. Then you're just a short trip away from the southeast United States. An area where there's a short supply of milk. While the demand for milk is great.

It's also nice to know you don't have to leave the state to find milk processing plants nearby and ready for business.

Now in case you're still thinking about whether or not you want to dairy here, remember this,: Alfa Laval, Farmland, MFA, Dairy Farmers of America, Monsanto, and Purina Mills call Missouri home.

Land. Land. And more land.

Out of Missouri's 114 counties, 29 have less than 10,000 people. This means you'll have a lot of wide open space for your dairy.

What's more, much of the land in Missouri has a clay based subsoil. Perfect for waste management systems. Thirsty for more? Then you'll like the abundant water supply found just about everywhere.

So what's the price for all this dream land? It's more affordable than you might think.

Meeting your highest expectations with low operating costs.

For starters, the tax base in Missouri is lower than in states like California, Kansas and New Mexico. Then there are the lower than average sales and state income taxes. And you'll want to be sure to take advantage of the federal tax deductions for new businesses.

Another way you'll save money is with cheaper electricity rates. On average, the price for electric power in Missouri is cheaper than in other states. You could get the chance to negotiate for even lower power rates with your local co-op. An opportunity like that could save you up to 50% per kilowatt hour for electricity. Shocking, isn't it?

Plenty of low-cost feed for your hungry herd.

If you wanted to live right next to the corn, cotton, rice, soybean and wheat belt, you'd live in Missouri. Then you'd never have to worry about where your cows are going to get their next meal. Speaking of feed, Missouri has plenty of local forage resources at your disposal. Including corn silage. And since all these low-cost resources are close by, transporting feed won't eat up all your income.

The kind of dairy programs you can profit from.

Education. It's what the University offers farmers like yourself to improve your dairy business. Teachers include agricultural economists, engineers, vets and dairy scientists.

And the University Extension has a Commercial Agriculture Dairy Focus Team whose expertise is available to Missouri dairy producers.

You can also take part in nationally recognized seminars and training sessions that cover just about everything. From dairy herd improvement to proper waste management systems.

Should you ever need advice on financial audits, profitability or basic finances, don't worry. The University of Missouri is here to help. They'll even give you access to their Ag Electronic Bulletin Board and veterinary diagnostic laboratory.

So if you make milk and want to make money, make it Missouri. It's a smart move.

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