The Missouri Sheep Producers, Inc. (MSP), founded in 1973, is a statewide organization of sheep producers and others interested in the sheep industry. It is a non-for-profit corporation under Missouri law. Missouri is the state affiliate of the American Sheep Industry (ASI).
The primary goal is the promotion and development of the sheep industry in Missouri. This is accomplished through a number of programs:
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Incentives for 4-H and FFA Sheep Projects
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Educational Programs for Producers
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State Quarterly Newsletter
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Sponsor FFA Sheep Speaking Contest
Membership Benefits
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Missouri Sheep Producers Quarterly Newsletter
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Listing in the MSP Directory
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Membership in American Sheep Industry (ASI)
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Opportunity to participate in state and local programs
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Networking with other sheep producers
To join the Missouri Sheep Producers
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Download and complete the Membership Application.
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Return the application either through email (mosheepproducers@gmail.com) or mail (Christy Green, 10220 CR 5120, Rolla, MO 65401).
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Pay with check included with the application or through PayPal (PayPal.Me/mosheepproducers). Annual dues are $30 or $75 for three years.
Educational Programs
Providing opportunities for growth through state and local programs
Networking
Bringing industry producers together
Promotion
Providing funding opportunities for programs involving wool and/or lamb.
If you or an organization has an upcoming event that will be promoting the sheep industry through that MSP might be able to help fund, download and complete the Funding Request Form and have it filled with MSP Executive Director, Christy Green, before December 1, 2024. There is an online version available as well here.