The Missouri Beef Industry Council (MBIC) is a nonprofit organization responsible for administering programs of promotion, education, research, and consumer and industry information.
The MBIC is part of a coordinated state/national effort funded and controlled by beef producers who are assessed $1-per-head each time a beef animal is sold. Half of each dollar is forwarded to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board (CBB) and the other half of the dollar is retained by the Missouri Beef Industry Council to fund state-based programs, which complement and extend the industry-wide effort.
A strong and viable beef industry in Missouri.
Drive the demand for beef.
Promote and strengthen beef's value proposition.
Protect and grow consumer trust in beef and beef production.
Protect and enhance the business climate for beef.
Drive growth in beef exports.
Are you interested in learning more about where Missouri's Beef Checkoff funds are being used or maybe just interested in seeing where your next opportunity is to visit with us in person? Sign up for our e-mailing list to stay up to date on projects, events, and all things BEEF! By providing your mailing address, we can also add you to the quarterly national publication "The Drive" which includes up-to-date information on national programs and research.
The Missouri Beef Industry Council has been working hard this year on numerous projects. Read more about the projects in the 2024 Annual Report below!
Barb Copenhaver, Vice Chairman
Lexington, MO
Tracey Mershon, Chairman
Buckner, MO
Bill McLaren
Pacific, MO
Daniel Schafer, Past Chairman
Benton City, MO
Ted Cunningham, Treasurer
Salem, MO
Tanner Clark
Seymour, MO
Vance Keaton
Anderson, MO
Tammy Bartholomew, Secretary
Lamar, MO
Keith Baxter
Rodgersville, MO
Tyler Haerr
Taylor, MO
John Ridder
Marthasville, MO
Bill Patton
Vienna, MO
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