November 25, 2024

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe announced today the appointment of Chris Chinn as Director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA).

“Director Chinn knows Missouri agriculture, and I am proud to have her on our team as we expand our ag industry and support the farmers who feed, fuel, and clothe the world,” Governor-Elect Kehoe said. “As first-generation farmers, Claudia and I are proud to work alongside Missouri’s farm families to contribute to our state’s $93.7 billion ag industry.”

“I would like to thank Governor-Elect Kehoe for the opportunity to continue leading the department and working for Missouri’s farm families,” Director Chinn said. “The future for Missouri agriculture is bright under the leadership of Governor-Elect Kehoe. My team and I look forward to continuing to promote and protect our state’s top economic driver.”

Director Chinn has been an agriculture leader on local, state, and national levels for more than 20 years, in roles with the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Faces of Farming, American Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers, and Missouri Farm Bureau Board of Directors.

As a trailblazer in agriculture advocacy, Chinn has established her brand through social media and public speaking. Through her outreach, she bridges the gap between farmers and consumers. Chinn, her husband, Kevin, and their children raise hogs, cattle, corn, soybeans, and hay as well as operate their family feed mill.

The Office of Governor-Elect will continue to announce Cabinet member appointments in the coming weeks. Those interested in serving in the Kehoe Administration may visit Governor-Elect.mo.gov to submit an application to serve in the administration or on a board or commission.

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