
Dan Kleinsorge, executive director of the Missouri Limestone Producers Association, discussed what expectations he has for the Missouri aggregate industry in 2024.
Describe the state of the aggregate industry within your state in a word or two.
Booming.
How did aggregate producers in your state fare in 2023 compared to your expectations coming into the year?
The industry met my expectations this year.
Describe your outlook for the aggregate industry in 2024.
Somewhat optimistic.
What factors are driving your outlook for 2024?
High infrastructure spending tempered by workforce challenges.
What are the greatest opportunities available to aggregate producers within your state in 2024?
Infrastructure spending is finally catching up to where it should have been years ago.
What are the greatest challenges aggregate producers in your state will face in 2024?
Replacing retiring workers.
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