Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together Virtual Series
January 2, 2026 - November 10, 2026Virtual
Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together is a dynamic program that blends traditional homesteading skills with modern health, wellness, and safety practices. Through a mix of virtual sessions and summer in-person workshops, participants learn to grow food, raise animals, preserve food, and build sustainable systems — all rooted in…
Neighboring 101
January 15, 2026 - December 17, 2026Virtual
Neighboring 101 is not just for new homeowners or people new to community life. The ongoing program is for anyone wanting to improve their neighborhood or community as well as their personal life and health.
When you register or subscribe to the program, you get access to videos of all past Neighboring 101 classes (dating back to 2020)…
Missouri Woodland Mentor Series
January 28, 2026 - September 30, 2026Virtual
The Missouri Woodland Mentor program, launched by MU Extension in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, invites landowners to serve as mentors for fellow property owners who are exploring forest management practices for the first time.
The Mentor Series has something for every landowner. Consider being a mentor or…
Essentials of Effective Supervision (12-Week program)
February 24, 2026 - May 19, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
The 12-week Essentials of Effective Supervision course provides a strong knowledge base for frontline supervisors, managers and team leaders. This series is designed to provide new supervisors, and those aspiring to become supervisors, with a unique blend of knowledge, skills and strategies in the areas needed to effectively and efficiently…
2026 Master Naturalist Core Training - Perry
March 5, 2026 - June 27, 2026In-personPerryMO
The Missouri Master Naturalist program mixes science with service, engaging Missourians in stewardship of the state’s natural resources through science-based education and volunteer community service.
Participants receive natural resource-based training from natural resource experts on topics including:
History of…
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions
April 6, 2026 - May 18, 2026Virtual
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action…
Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 1 Caruthersville Series 1 2026
April 14, 2026 - June 4, 2026In-personCaruthersvilleMO
Caruthersville Oaks Nutrition Center
High Tunnel Field Days - Spring 2026 - 5 Locations
April 15, 2026 - May 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Registration is required for these events, see links below to register for a specific location.
Join MU Extension and local farmers for 5 on-farm workshops where we dive into best management practices for high tunnel production. High tunnel production is a growing trend in specialty crop production that provides benefits such as season…
GiANT People-Driven Leadership Series
April 29, 2026 - May 27, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
GiANT People-Driven Leadership SeriesMultiply Your Leadership Skills 100X
This transformational leadership series is designed for individual leaders looking to level-up their skills and performance. Move from good to great as you become a respected leader worth following, not just someone people have to follow. This series will equip you with…
Alpha-Gal Syndrome Awareness- Online-May
May 18, 2026Virtual
Description: Gain confidence in understanding Alpha-Gal Syndrome and how to manage it in daily life. Join this informative session to learn what Alpha-Gal Syndrome is, common symptoms, how screening works, and practical prevention strategies. You’ll also discover helpful tips for grocery shopping and reading labels so you can avoid hidden…
Calf Backgrounding Program
May 19, 2026 - June 30, 2026In-personMount VernonMO
Wanting to learn more about how to make money with preconditioning or backgrounding calves? Well this is the program for you! This program will be useful for both beginning and experienced cattlemen.
This program will take place at the Eldon Cole Center on the Southwest Research, Extension, and Education Center located at…
SBIR Bootcamp
May 19, 2026Virtual
SBIR Bootcamp is a focused, two-day training designed for entrepreneurs and innovators with technologies that have strong commercial potential and align with federal research priorities. This program supports participants who are interested in applying for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)…
Trademark Basics
May 19, 2026Virtual
Join this interactive webinar to learn practical Trademark Basics tailored for entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. USPTO experts will go over key topics regarding Trademark Basics and show how it can support product development and business strategy, and highlight when and how to act to preserve and monetize your innovations. The session…
Dry-Cured Bacon Workshop - Taney County 5.19.26
May 19, 2026In-personForsythMO
Learn how to dry cure a fresh pork belly to make bacon. This process was used to preserve meat prior to refrigeration and results in a great tasting bacon.
MTI – Leading Through Uncertainty – 2026-05-20
May 20, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Leading Through Uncertainty
Creating stability during change
Change is constant — but strong leadership provides direction even when outcomes aren’t fully defined. In this interactive session, participants explore how uncertainty affects team morale, communication, and performance. Leaders will learn practical strategies to reduce…
MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual
May 20, 2026Virtual
Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26633
Description: This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Government buyers…
Leading Above the Noise
May 20, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Leading Above the Noise
As reported by the website, tech21century.com: “Through mobile phones, online entertainment services, the Internet, electronic mail, television, radio, newspapers, books, social media etc. people receive every day about 105,000 words or 23 words per second in half a day (12 hours) (during awake hours). According to……
Christian County Priority Session-Health and Well-being
May 21, 2026In-personOzarkMO
This session will focus on collecting insights related to issues such as access to care, nutrition, mental health, and chronic disease prevention, with an emphasis on understanding current efforts, gaps, and variations across counties. Through guided discussion and structured input, participants will share perspectives on existing programming,…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026Virtual
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 21th, 2026 8PM
Cost: $75
Contact: Haley Schwantz
Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu
Training Date: May 22, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM
Registration: Preregistration and online payment are requested. Zoom link and other instructions will be sent after registration.
Description:
MU…
Southwest Region Council Lunch & Learn
May 22, 2026Virtual
Council Training held during the lunch hour. The SW region Extension Engagement Specialist hold a Council Lunch and Learn the fourth Friday of every other month beginning in May 2026. The sessions will address different topics and provide an opportunity for council members to learn from each other.
Summer Beef Cattle and Pasture Management Workshop
May 22, 2026In-personBuffaloMO
This 3 hour workshop is designed to bring to light common summer issues facing grazing cattle and the pastures they roam. Time will be spent teaching livestock producers how to identify common weed and brush species that are prevalent through the growing season and how to control them. We will also explore common livestock issues…
Childcare Program: Engaging with Families and Support Networks (Afternoon)
May 26, 2026Virtual
In this training participants will discuss the importance of engaging with families and support networks in inclusive and meaningful ways and identify the barriers to effective engagement on both sides. Learning activities include poll questions, small group discussions, and case scenarios. Participants will leave the training with handouts…
Childcare Program: Engaging with Families and Support Networks (Evening)
May 26, 2026Virtual
In this training participants will discuss the importance of engaging with families and support networks in inclusive and meaningful ways and identify the barriers to effective engagement on both sides. Learning activities include poll questions, small group discussions, and case scenarios. Participants will leave the training with handouts…
Adult Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (May)
May 27, 2026Virtual
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adults. Participants learn how to provide initial help and connect individuals to appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care.
This…
Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - May
May 27, 2026Virtual
Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Judith de Vor, a 5th-generation Netherlands dairy farmer and steward of a regenerative, sustainability-focused farm that also hosts visitors through its educational programs and farm shop.
This year-long series of monthly virtual learning…