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Varro Life Sciences, a biotechnology company developing biosensor devices for detection and monitoring of infectious diseases, announced today that it is expanding in St. Louis, investing $42.5 million and creating 33 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes the establishment of a state-of-the-art lab and research and development facility in the Cortex Innovation District.
Buttonwood Farm, a producer of poultry, eggs, and locally-grown produce, announced today that it will expand in Fortuna, investing more than $2.3 million and creating 7 new jobs. The company’s expansion will increase its capacity for egg production through the construction of a new egg packing facility.

Hartman Cabinetry, a high-quality cabinet manufacturer, announced today that it will build a new facility in Jonesburg, investing more than $1.3 million and creating 3 new jobs. The company’s decision to expand operations will help meet the rising demand for high-quality custom cabinetry.

“Our state is a place where small businesses like Hartman Cabinetry can turn dreams into

The Department of Economic Development (DED), alongside state and local leaders, today celebrated the grand opening of a storage facility in South Kansas City developed by Americold Realty Trust in partnership with Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). The project marks a major milestone in Missouri’s logistics sector and highlights the state’s strategic role in supporting cross-border commerce

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