Women Owning Woodlands Beginner Chainsaw Safety Workshop
April 15, 2026 - May 2, 2026HybridColumbiaMO
Join Missouri Women Owning Woodlands for a women-focused, hands-on, accessible workshop on health, safety, and well-being around chainsaw usage. Participants will learn about personal protective equipment, field safety, maintenance, and techniques for safe chainsaw operation. This workshop aims to share technical chainsaw materials, prevent…
Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Zoom - Rusty Lee - April 17th
April 17, 2026Virtual
Completing this training makes one eligible for the Noncertified Restricted-Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator license. The license will allow you to legally use or determine the need for the use of any restricted use pesticide while under the direct supervision of a certified commercial applicator, certified noncommercial applicator or certified…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 17, 2026
April 17, 2026Virtual
MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…
Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - April
April 22, 2026Virtual
Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Kate Hoare, an award-winning dairy farmer from Southeast Cornwall who runs Trenance Farm and has pioneered a highly sustainable, off-grid model using a bio methane-capturing slurry lagoon.
This year-long series of monthly virtual learning…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 22, 2026
April 22, 2026Virtual
MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…
What's Under the Hide? Youth Livestock Carcass Ultrasound Clinic
April 25, 2026In-personJefferson CityMO
Join us for a hands-on learning experience where youth will discover what lies beneath the hide using livestock ultrasound technology. Participants will learn how ultrasound is used to evaluate carcass traits such as muscle, fat, and marbling while the animal is still alive. This clinic will help youth understand how carcass data relates to…
Food Safety Canning Workshop (April 27, 2026)
April 27, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Dear colleagues,
If you are new to canning and interested in learning safe and effective methods, we invite you to attend an upcoming workshop organized by the University of Missouri Extension. This FREE program (courtesy of the USDA through the Missouri Department of Agriculture) is designed to provide comprehensive guidance on the safe…
Workshop on Tomato Production in Home Garden - Cole County
April 27, 2026In-personJefferson CityMO
The tomato is America’s most popular home garden crop. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, low in calories, and an excellent source of lycopene, the pigment that makes tomatoes red and has been linked to the prevention of many forms of cancer. In this program, speaker will talk on suitable environment, soil preparation, seedling…
Applied Food Safety Microbiology Training April 28-29, 2026 (Columbia, MO)
April 28, 2026 - April 29, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Dear Friends,
If you are interested in building both foundational understanding and practical skills in microbial control during food processing, this training is an excellent opportunity. Effective microbial control programs are essential for managing spoilage organisms as well as toxigenic and pathogenic microorganisms across a wide…
Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (April)
April 28, 2026Virtual
Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and…
Childcare Program: Sowing and Growing Hope in Early Childhood (Afternoon)
April 28, 2026Virtual
The theme of this program is Hope. This session will focus on learning the science behind hope, creating a culture of hope in the classroom, and how to create a foundation of hope in early childhood.
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact:
Amber Allen
Email: Amallen@missouri.edu
Phone: (417) 881-…
Childcare Program: Sowing and Growing Hope in Early Childhood (Evening)
April 28, 2026Virtual
The theme of this program is Hope. This session will focus on learning the science behind hope, creating a culture of hope in the classroom, and how to create a foundation of hope in early childhood.
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact:
Amber Allen
Email: Amallen@missouri.edu
Phone: (417) 881-…
Show Me© Sow Production: Bilingual Workshop
April 29, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Join us for the Show Me© Sow Production Bilingual Workshop, a full-day educational event designed to deliver practical, science-based solutions for modern sow production. This bilingual (English–Spanish) program brings together leading experts from the University of Missouri Extension and Animal Science Departments to share their expertise and…
Leading, Hiring, and Retaining a Workforce with Divergent Expectations
April 29, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Today’s workforce is navigating competing expectations around flexibility, development, performance, and stability, and leaders at every level are feeling the strain. Engagement looks different than it did even a few years ago. Retention feels less predictable. Hiring is harder, and influence no longer comes automatically with a title. …
Retain With Intention - Building a Better Missouri Cow Herd
May 5, 2026 - May 6, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Rebuilding the cow herd is more than keeping back a few extra heifers—it’s about making intentional decisions that shape your operation for years to come. During this multifaceted, hands-on, 1.5-day program will provide Missouri producers with practical tools to evaluate genetics, nutrition, fertility, and performance data when selecting and…
MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
May 5, 2026Virtual
Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26617
Description: Are you ready to explore the world of government contracting? Whether you’re a small business owner or just curious about the opportunities, this introductory training will give you the foundation…
Workshop on Tomato Production in Home Garden - Osage County
May 5, 2026In-personLinnMO
The tomato is America’s most popular home garden crop. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, low in calories, and an excellent source of lycopene, the pigment that makes tomatoes red and has been linked to the prevention of many forms of cancer. In this program, speaker will talk on suitable environment, soil preparation, seedling…
Livestock Genetics Unlocked
May 7, 2026In-personFultonMO
Livestock Genetics Unlocked is an interactive youth event that introduces participants to the basics of livestock genetics and how traits are passed from one generation to the next in cattle, sheep, goats, and swine.
A highlight of the program is the Genetic Lock Box Challenge, where youth solve genetically focused puzzles to discover the…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - May 8, 2026
May 8, 2026Virtual
MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…
Central Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Sale
May 8, 2026In-personViennaMO
Join us on May 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM at South Central Regional Stockyards in Vienna for a special heifer sale featuring 10 consignors offering high-quality, show-me-select heifers. This is a great opportunity for producers to evaluate and invest in proven genetics to move their herd forward. Online bidding will be available through DV Auction,…
Winning Federal Research Grants
May 12, 2026Virtual
Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop is an introductory seminar designed for technology-based businesses seeking research and development funding through federal programs. This session provides an overview of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs and how they support…
Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026Virtual
Missouri businesses are facing challenges recruiting and retaining workers. At the same time, Missouri also continues to experience high incidents of people of working age who are facing addiction and substance use issues, and ultimately leads to fewer people participating in Missouri’s workforce. We are offering a monthly orientation to…
MTI – De-Escalating Tension on Teams – 2026-05-13
May 13, 2026Virtual
De-Escalating Tension on Teams
Live Virtual Session I 60 minutes
Tension spreads quickly in teams. This focused session provides practical strategies for intervening early and reducing conflict before it escalates.
Participants will:
Identify early signs of rising tension.Select appropriate intervention…
4-H Day with the Cardinals 2026
May 16, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO
4-H Day with the CardinalsMay 16, 2026
Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO
You are invited to join us for the 23rd Annual 4-H Day with the Cardinals. The Cardinals will be taking on the Kansas City Royals at a 1:15 p.m. game. Don't miss out! We have a limited number of tickets, and they go quickly!
Ticket ordersTickets must be purchased online by…
Tunnel to Table Field Day: Meyer Farms - Pike County
May 18, 2026In-personLouisianaMO
Cost: $10
Join MU Extension and local farmers for an on-farm hands-on educational experience. High tunnel production is a growing trend in specialty crop production that provides benefits such as season extension and reduction of certain foliar diseases. However, growing in high tunnels requires specific management practices to maximize…