 Missouri Show Me StateMissouri is a land of fertile plains, rolling hills, well-watered prairies and historic rivers. Tourism draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to Missouri points of interest each year. Some of these include the country-music shows of Branson, Bass Pro Shops national headquarters in Springfield, the Gateway Arch at the Jefferson National Expansion, Mark Twain’s boyhood home of Hannibal, the Harry S. Truman home and library, the scenic beauty of the Ozark National Scenic River ways, the Pony Express and Jesse James museums. The state's different lake regions also attract fishermen and sun-seekers from throughout the Midwest. Missouri's economy is highly diversified and service industries provide more income and jobs than any other segment and include a growing tourism and travel sector. Wholesale and retail trade, manufacturing and agriculture also play significant roles in the state's economy. Missouri is a leading producer of transportation equipment including automobile manufacturing and auto parts, beer and beverages and defense and aerospace technology. Food processing is the state's fastest-growing industry. Missouri mines produce 90% of the nation's principal lead supply. Other natural resources include iron ore, zinc, barite, limestone, and timber. The state's top agricultural products include grain, sorghum, hay, corn, soybeans, and rice. Missouri also ranks high among the states in cattle and calves, hogs, and turkeys and broilers. A vibrant wine industry also contributes to the economy. Today more than a dozen major railroads carry goods through the state and transcontinental airlines keep passengers and cargo on the move. For more information about Missouri Quick Facts Population: 5,842,713 as of 2006Size: 69,709 square miles Per Capita Personal Income: $34,389 as of 2007 Capital: Jefferson City Professional Sports Teams Football: Kansas City Cheifs, St. Louis Rams Baseball: Kansas City Royals, St. Louis Cardinals Hockey: St. Louis Blues Soccer: Kansas City Wizards Tennis: St. Louis Aces |
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