We are here for Missouri
family farmers

Missouri Farmers Union (MFU) is a grassroots organization that works to protect the social and economic well-being of family farmers throughout Missouri. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life of family farmers through educational opportunities, cooperative endeavors, and civic engagement.

Upcoming
Events

 

MFU BUSINESS MEETING
Wednesday, October 23

3:00 - 7:00 PM, 404 Portland in Columbia
Please join us for the Missouri Farmers Union Business Meeting to discuss the wonderfully productive year in 2024 and begin planning our upcoming year, 2025. Please complete the registration below to reserve your meal.


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MFU ANNUAL MEETING featuring Will Harris
Thursday, November 7

4:00 - 8:00 PM, Bradford Research Farm in Columbia
MFU is proud to host Will Harris on Thursday, November 7th in Columbia. Join us for our Annual Meeting where we will talk regenerative agriculture, host a book signing, hear about hemp, and celebrate an active year of Missouri Farmers Union. $30 for members, $60 for non-members. Purchase your tickets today!

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The Heartland Regional Food Business Center

HRFB is dedicated to helping farm and food
enterprises to start up, grow, and connect with
local and regional markets.

Learn more


Lincoln University Climate-Smart Hemp Grant

Learn how to grow hemp and get paid
through Lincoln University and partners.

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Food Safety Workshops

Learn best practices for your
food safety on your operation.

Learn more

We are stronger together.

As a member of Missouri Farmers Union, you gain access to a nationwide network of family farmers and ranchers fighting for fairness with you. Members have the ability to engage in exclusive education opportunities, advocacy, and legislative initiatives. The benefits are extensive, with discounts on business development software, workwear, farm equipment, and travel booking. Whether you are a farmer or consumer, urban or rural, this organization fights for farm policies that ensure we have a safe and abundant food supply and carries the voice of farming communities to the state and federal legislatures.

Join the fight.

The Farmer's Share Of The Retail Dollar

Farmers and ranchers receive just 14.3* cents of the consumer food dollar.

Steak

1 Pound

Retail: $9.99
Farmer: $2.87
Bread

2 Pounds

Retail: $4.49
Farmer: $0.15
Apples

1 Pound

Retail: $1.29
Farmer: $0.62
Milk

1 Gallon

Retail: $4.39
Farmer: $1.77
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