The Missouri Strawbale Construction Initiative was a program offered in Douglas, Ozark, Shannon, Howell, Texas and Wright Counties in the State of Missouri, USA during 2006-2010.

The intention of the program was to assist qualified residents of these counties in arranging for construction of a straw bale home for themselves using STRAW BALES as a primary construction resource.

A goal of the project was to increase the availability of affordable housing in Douglas, Ozark, Shannon, Howell, Texas, and Wright Counties

A goal of the project was to stimulate the local agricultural economy by developing a market for a previously unused resource.

The program was offered through the Top of the Ozarks Resource Conservation & Development Council in partnership with HUD and the University of Missouri Extension Service in Douglas County, Missouri.