Events

MO APEX + SBDC - National Veterans Small Business Week Event (In-Person)

November 10, 2026In-personWarrensburgMO

National Veterans Small Business Week

Registration Link:  https://connect.sfccmo.edu/register/tlf_NVSBW

Leading Above the Noise

November 10, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

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…researchers, the main effect…

Houseplant Propagation Workshop

November 10, 2026In-personForsythMO

Join us for an afternoon of learning about different propagation methods of houseplants!  We will be learning how to take stem and leaf cuttings. Additionally, we will learn how to use offsets. We will also learn how to air layer and divide plants. This will be a hands-on workshop. Participants will be able to propagate their own plants to…

Women in Dairy | Estate Planning

November 11, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Join us Nov 11 from 11:30 - 1:30 at the Springfield Botanical Center (2400 S Scenic Ave, Springfield, MO 65807) for a University of Missouri-Extension, Women in Dairy event featuring Lora Wright from LifeGen law group. 

She will present: "Estate Planning: But what does it mean for me"

Come out to enjoy lunch while learning…

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

November 12, 2026Virtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27038

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - November 13th, 2026

November 13, 2026Virtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 13th, 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: November 13th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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MO APEX - Decoding GovCon Compliance: Essential Regulations Explained - Virtual

November 16, 2026Virtual

Decoding GovCon Compliance: Essential Regulations Explained - Virtual Workshop with SCORE

Registration Link: https://www.score.org/mo/st-louis/business-education/decoding-govcon-compliance-essential-regulations-explained-11-16-2026/

Mastering Business Communication: Writing with Clarity & Impact

November 17, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Modern workplaces demand strong communication skills at every level. Whether you’re on the front lines or in executive leadership, you need to master various digital tools, bridge generational gaps, and share information with speed and precision. Clear communication prevents expensive errors and establishes trust. This program equips…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - November 17, 2026

November 17, 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…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

November 18, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26640

Managing People, Processes & Projects

November 18, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Do you have more to do than you can manage in a 40-hour workweek?

Do you feel that if you want something done right you have to do it yourself?

Do you find yourself having to “redo” work not done right the first time?

If you answered yes to these questions, you could be holding yourself, your employees, and your work group…

Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - November

November 18, 2026Virtual

Dr. Tanika O'Connor-Dennie is a poultry nutritionist and multidisciplinary animal scientist with more than 15 years of experience in livestock production, animal nutrition, and climate resilience. As Managing Director of Farm and Animal Nutrition Solutions Limited (FANS Ltd), she works across the Caribbean to develop sustainable, science-based…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - November 20th, 2026

November 20, 2026Virtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 20th, 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: November 20th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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Succession Planning: Exploring Co-ops and Employee Ownership – SBDC Training

December 1, 2026Virtual

Business Transition & Succession Planning:

Julie Leonhardt | Missouri Center for Employee Ownership

Explore practical strategies for business growth, continuity, succession, and ownership transition. Learn about transition pathways for a variety of businesses, including employee ownership and cooperative models, with…

The Effective Leader

December 2, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Increasingly, organizations are realizing the need for leadership at all levels. Because people want to be led, not managed, managers need to develop as leaders in addition to being highly competent in functional management areas. There is an impressive body of knowledge regarding leadership, and the skills needed to be an effective leader. The…

MU Extension Fall Tax Schools 2026 - Online

December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026Virtual

The schools are designed to cover practical topics encountered by tax preparers. These schools will be using the 2026 National Income Tax Workbook from the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation. The schools will cover:

Day 1

Successful Project Management (2-Day Program)

December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Managers are constantly called upon to manage projects or to be part of a project team. The effective management of projects – completion within a deadline and a budget, subject to performance criteria – is the cornerstone for business success. All projects are undertaken to achieve specific results and need a framework to help accomplish an…

2026 Missouri Health Symposium and Rural Health Research

December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026HybridKirksvilleMO

Transforming and Inspiring Rural Health for All

Join us December 3–4, 2026, at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri, or online for two events focused on rural health research, resources, and community impact.

Thursday, December 3 | Rural Health Research 

Attend Strength as Medicine: Referrals That Improve…

Understanding Your Soil Needs - Virtual via Zoom

December 7, 2026Virtual

Understanding Your Soil Needs

Healthy soil is the foundation of productive crops, pastures, gardens, and landscapes. But how well do you understand what your soil needs?

Join MU Extension for a free, two-hour real issue based workshop designed to help farmers, gardeners, and landowners better understand their soil and make informed…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - December 8, 2026

December 8, 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…

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…

Excelling as an Administrative Professional

December 9, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Understand & Grow Your Value as an Administrative Professional.

Administrative professionals often underestimate their impact, despite being incredibly valuable leaders within their organization. With ever-changing technology and organizational climates, expectations are increasing in job responsibilities and job performance for…

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…

2027 Missouri Master Gardeners Course-Greene County

March 30, 2027 - June 8, 2027In-personSpringfieldMO

We are pleased to offer the Missouri Master Gardeners Course. In the course you will receive instruction on various garden topics such as soil health, fruit trees, growing vegetables, garden insects, plant propagation techniques, and plant diseases. Included in the course are class manuals, hands on demonstrations, garden tours, and speakers on…

Junior Master Gardener Program- Greene County

May 3, 2027 - June 21, 2027In-personSpringfieldMO

MU Extension in Greene County is please to offer the 2027 spring Junior Master Gardener Program! This program is designed to stimulate youth interest in gardening, entomology, and plant science. This will be a hands-on course for youth ages 8-18. The course will start Monday May 3rd and will end June 21st. This will be every Monday except for…