A republic. It later became a dictatorship, but it was founded a republic.
Kansas, situated on the American Great Plains, became the 34th state on January 29, 1861. ... This quickly led to violence,and the territory became known as “Bleeding Kansas.” Kansas has long been known as part of America's agricultural heartland, and is home to the major U.S. military installation Fort Leavenworth.
A producer can include someone involved in the mining industry. Some of the factors to be considered before production starts are what are the grade and tonnage say of the metals involved? Also, the geometry of the deposit is important to know how to develop it ie open pit or underground or both. Also the economics must be considered ie what is the world market price of the metal in question and the prognosis for its future price?