Private Land is the largest part of Missouri.
Private land generates the most tax revenue, Public land generates almost none except for some tourism dollars.
Public land is property tax free, private land is taxed.
Public land costs taxpayers money to maintain and mis managed by several government agencies. Public land is a burden and cost that taxpayers have to endure so others can enjoy it. Private land management does not cost a taxpayer anything if they don't own any.
Private landowners pay for Missouri with their taxes based on the acreage they own and manage, taxes on the products they produce, why shouldn't they catch a break on their own land?
Landowners pay the same sales taxes on the goods as you do. They pay for permits on lands they do not own.