MFA Oil Supports Missouri State Fair with Major Arena Investment

Last summer, the Missouri State Fair broke ground on the new Governor Michael L. Parson Arena—a modern, climate-controlled facility that will host livestock shows, agricultural events, and community gatherings year-round and during the 11-day annual Fair. Construction is now underway, with completion anticipated in 2026.

MFA Oil is proud to be part of this exciting project. Through the MFA Oil Foundation, we presented a check for $30,000 during the fair to help make the arena a reality. In addition, the MFA Foundation—which MFA Oil administers jointly with MFA Incorporated—contributed $120,000 toward the project.

Together, these contributions reflect our shared commitment to supporting agriculture, rural communities, and the next generation of Missourians. The arena will serve as more than just a building; it will be a gathering place where hard work, tradition, and innovation come together under one roof.

“As a farmer-owned cooperative, we’re always looking for ways to invest in the future of agriculture,” said Jon Ihler, MFA Oil President and CEO. “Supporting the new arena is one way we can give back to our members and ensure Missouri agriculture continues to thrive for generations.”

As a cooperative, we know that investing in projects like these benefits not only our members but also the entire state. MFA Oil is proud to be part of building something that will strengthen Missouri agriculture for generations.

On hand to present the MFA Oil Foundation check (from left to right) were Missouri State Fair Commission member Byron Roach; Missouri State Fair Commission member Kevin Roberts; MFA Oil Senior Vice President, Supply & Transportation James Greer; Missouri State Fair Commission member Kevin Roberts; Missouri State Fair Foundation Board member Bret Kuhns; Missouri Department of Agriculture Director Chris Chinn; fair director Jason Moore; Missouri State Fair Foundation Board member Jared Singer; MFA Oil District 5 Board member Mike Moreland; MFA Oil President and CEO Jon Ihler; and Missouri State Fair Foundation board member Matt Boatright.

On hand to present the MFA Foundation check (from left to right) were MFA Oil Senior Vice President, Supply & Transportation James Greer, Missouri State Fair Commission member Kevin Roberts; Missouri State Fair Foundation Board members Ahrazue Wilt and Bret Kuhns; MFA Incorporated President and CEO Ernie Verslues; Sedalia MFA Agri Services Manager Kevin Daniel; Missouri Department of Agriculture Director Chris Chinn; fair director Jason Moore; MFA Executive Secretary Pam Hiller; Missouri State Fair Foundation Board member Jared Singer; MFA Oil President and CEO Jon Ihler, Missouri State Fair Foundation board member Matt Boatright; MFA Oil District 5 Board member Mike Moreland and Missouri State Fair commission member Byron Roach.