Local to Larger: Scaling Workshops for Food and Farm Businesses
September 29, 2026 - October 1, 2026In-personMissouri CityMO
What does the next stage of growth look like for your business? These in-person workshops help established food and farm businesses evaluate what the right scale looks like as they consider expanding into new markets. Participants will leave with practical tools to assess market channels and associated costs, understand the buyer landscape and…
Childcare Program: Power of Play (Evening)
September 29, 2026Virtual
Play is a powerful tool for children’s learning and development. In this training, child care educators will explore different types of play, examine the skills play helps children develop, and learn how play supports healthy growth. Participants will also reflect on personal biases and gain practical strategies for creating engaging and…
Building Strong Families Virtual October 2026
October 1, 2026 - November 5, 2026Virtual
This program helps parents build on their existing strengths by developing communication and stress management skills and implementing positive parenting strategies.
6-Session Series October 1, 2026- November 5, 2026 from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Session 1 Family Strengths
Session 2 Communication
Session 3 Stress Less, Live More…
MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual (October 2026)
October 8, 2026Virtual
Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26630
Description: This virtual seminar is an overview of the current small business socio-economic certifications in federal, local state and city government. The federal government…
Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - October 13, 2026
October 13, 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…
Dining with Diabetes- November 2026, Online
October 14, 2026 - November 4, 2026Virtual
Dining with Diabetes is a multi-session program that offers practical strategies and hands-on experiences to help you manage diabetes through healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Learning how to make informed food choices and build healthy routines can help you better manage your health and overall well-being.
Each session, you will…
Jumpstart
October 15, 2026 - November 19, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
5-Week Business Foundation Program
You’ve got the idea, but now you need the blueprint to bring it to life. Join us for an intensive 5-week program designed to help you build a solid foundation for your business success. We’ll cover everything you need to launch with confidence and build a clear, actionable roadmap for your business success.…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - October 16th, 2026
October 16, 2026Virtual
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 16th, 2026 8AM
Registration: Preregistration and online payment are requested. Zoom link and other instructions will be sent via email after registration.
Cost: $75
Contact: Haley Schwantz
Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu
Training Date: October 16th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM
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NWMO Master Gardeners Houseplant Palooza
October 17, 2026In-personSaint JosephMO
Spend the day learning useful information to be successful with your indoor plants, including light, water, propagation and specialties like succulents and bonsai. The Houseplant Palooza is presented by the Northwest Missouri Master Gardeners on October 17 from 9:00 to 4:00 at Fulkerson Center, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO…
Advanced QuickBooks Online
October 27, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular accounting software programs for small business owners.
Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?
This level 2 course will…
Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - October
October 28, 2026Virtual
Lidia Arend (Brazil), a swine reproduction specialist with Topigs Norsvin, is recognized for her work advancing sow fertility, reproductive management, and herd productivity. Through research and industry collaboration, she helps producers implement strategies that improve reproductive efficiency and overall performance while supporting the…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - October 30th, 2026
October 30, 2026Virtual
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 30th, 2026 8AM
Registration: Preregistration and online payment are requested. Zoom link and other instructions will be sent via email after registration.
Cost: $75
Contact: Haley Schwantz
Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu
Training Date: October 30th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM
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Thriving Through the Holidays - A Resilient Economies and Community Health (REACH) Webinar
November 6, 2026 - November 20, 2026Virtual
Thriving Through the Holidays is a three-part webinar series designed to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of the holiday season with greater balance, resilience, and well-being. Recognizing that many women often carry a significant share of the emotional, relational, and logistical responsibilities during the holidays, this…
Extension Master Gardeners: Lakeside Nature Center: Earth Keepers Day (Kansas City)
November 21, 2026In-personKansas CityMO
Join the Extension Master Gardeners of Greater KC at Lakeside Nature Center for Earth Keepers day! The Master Gardeners will be teaching a lesson on "Leave the Leaves!" Each child can participate in digging in the leaves to find worms and insects in their natural habitat.
Learn more at: Lakeside Nature Center Earth Keepers Day…
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual (December)
December 9, 2026Virtual
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Participants learn how to offer hope and help connect someone to lifesaving support.
Participants learn how to…
Pearls of Production Grand Finale - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer
December 11, 2026 - December 12, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Pearls of Production Conference
Date: December 11-12, 2026
Event Description:
Join us for the annual Pearls of Production Conference, designed to provide practical knowledge, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities for livestock producers.
Participants may register for Friday only, Saturday only, or both days of the…