Director of Agriculture

Chris Chinn

Director Chris Chinn Photo

Chris Chinn was named Missouri Director of Agriculture in 2017. Director Chinn has been an agriculture leader on local, state and national levels for more 20 years, in roles such as the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Faces of Farming, American Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers chair and Missouri Farm Bureau Board of Directors.

As a trailblazer in ag 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 and soybeans, as well operate their family feed mill.

Office of the Director

Members of the Director’s Office have many roles within MDA. The Director’s Office consists of the Missouri Director and Deputy Director of Agriculture, as well as the following team members:

  • Legal Counsel
  • Legislative Director
  • Budget Director
  • Communications Staff
  • Human Resources Staff
  • Fiscal Staff
  • Grant Management Staff
  • Emergency Management Officer