June 2023

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has requested a formal dispute panel be established to resolve Mexico’s unscientific plan to ban genetically modified white corn, a clear violation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).   The Missouri Corn Growers Association (MCGA), alongside other state and national organizations, has been a vocal advocate in

JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Leadington (Missouri) Police Department announce the discovery of human remains, identified as Melinda Louise Wilkinson, 32, of Leadington, Missouri, in a remote area of Shannon County.   Wilkinson’s family reported her missing on May 7, 2023, and the Leadington Police Department requested the assistance of

JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date:   Monday, June 19, 2023, in observance of Juneteenth. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.   Too many people die in traffic crashes each

JEFFERSON CITY – Openings remain for a June 9 forest and woodland management workshop at the Rudolf Bennitt Conservation Area near Clark, Mo.   During the workshop, which runs 9 a.m. to noon, forestry and wildlife professionals will talk about managing woodlands for wildlife, prescribed burns and sustainable harvesting.   “If you are interested in