About Missouri
Missouri occupies a strategic position in America's heartland, combining agricultural excellence with growing technology sectors, major metropolitan centers in St. Louis and Kansas City, and significant federal investments that drive economic diversification and innovation.
The state's economy balances traditional strengths in agriculture and manufacturing with emerging opportunities in aerospace, biotechnology, and geospatial intelligence, exemplified by major projects like the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency's new campus opening in St. Louis in 2025. Missouri's central location provides logistical advantages for distribution and commerce, while its research universities and business-friendly environment attract companies seeking operational efficiency and access to skilled workforce.
Contemporary Missouri development focuses on agtech innovation, advanced manufacturing, and leveraging federal partnerships to build sustainable economic growth that benefits both urban centers and rural communities across the state's diverse geographic and economic landscape.
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This downtown St. Louis Hotel is located at the historical Union Station attached to shopping and dining options and just a short walk from the Scottrade Center and Busch Stadium.
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlus-st-louis-union-station-marriott/
Hotel in St. Louis, MO, near the Airport with on-site dining, bar and lounge, meeting space, health club, pools and upgraded suites.
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlsa-renaissance-st-louis-hotel-airport/
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National Geospatial Intelligence Agency Campus Opens in St. Louis NGA West, the new campus for the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, opens in St. Louis in 2025, representing a major federal investment that brings high-tech jobs and geospatial intelligence capabilities to Missouri. This development, along with Google's new data center in Kansas City, demonstrates the state's growing technology sector and strategic importance for both federal operations and private sector innovation. Sources: Business Facilities Momentum in Missouri
Agtech Industry Drives Agricultural Innovation Missouri's agtech industry, centered on the "Ag Coast of America" - a 15-mile stretch of agricultural innovation - focuses on crop improvement, data-driven farming, and sustainable agriculture practices. Educational programs are equipping students with modern agricultural technology skills, filling Missouri's agtech talent pipeline with well-trained professionals who understand both traditional farming and cutting-edge agricultural technology. Sources: Missouri Partnership Agtech Industry
Economic Development Initiatives Shape 2025 Priorities Missouri's 2025 economic development agenda focuses on housing initiatives, income tax cuts, and right-to-work legislation, alongside continued emphasis on public safety, agriculture, and education. These policy priorities reflect the state's commitment to creating business-friendly conditions while addressing infrastructure and workforce development needs across urban and rural communities. Sources: KCUR Economic Development Bills, KSMU Governor Speech