Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts
June 18, 2025Virtual
This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that…
Noncertified Restricted-Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Online
June 18, 2025Virtual
This training covers important competency standards like reading and understanding pesticide labels, pesticide application techniques, storing and disposing of chemicals safely, and protecting pollinators and other wildlife. It also explains state and federal rules about pesticide use and allows…
Raised Bed Gardening
June 18, 2025In-personExcelsior SpringsMO
Come learn about Raised Bed Gardening.
Cost: Free
Contact: Todd Higgins, trhiggins@missouri.edu, 816-407-3490
How to Interpret Soil Test Reports - Online
June 20, 2025Virtual
Bring your soil test reports to this convenient online program! Discuss liming and fertilizer rates or ask general questions about soil testing.
This event is free to attend.
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Brain and the Disease of Addiction
June 20, 2025Virtual
Addiction (Substance Use Disorders) are a major public health concern in the United States. Nearly 43 million Americans 12 years of age or older are affected by this treatable, chronic medical disease. Approximately 23 million are in recovery and another 20 million are in active addiction.…
Professionalism Matters: Setting the Standard in Early Childcare
June 21, 2025Virtual
This training is designed for child care administrators and educators. It qualifies for 2 Clock Hours in MOPD.
Professionalism in early childhood education is fundamental to fostering a nurturing and effective learning…
Clinton County 4-H Cornhole Tournament
June 21, 2025In-personPlattsburgMO
Join us for a fun-filled day of friendly competition at the Clinton County 4-H Cornhole Tournament! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just tossing for fun, there's a spot for everyone.
All proceeds support Clinton Co. 4-H youth…
2025 Missouri Master Naturalist Training ORIENTATION (Osage Trails Chapter)
June 21, 2025In-personKansas CityMO
Love Nature? It’s time to take it to the next level! Become a Missouri Master Naturalist - your key to discovering natural Missouri. Develop your skills as a naturalist, resource scientist, botanist, educator, or recreation specialist. Become part of a team of extraordinary individuals who are…
Pixels of Production – Virtual Pearls – Session Two
June 24, 2025Virtual
Join us for the second virtual session, a hands-on demo and practical discussion on using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to build content calendars, write marketing copy, and create images. Learn how AI can save you time, spark ideas, and strengthen your farm’s marketing efforts. No tech…
Optimizing Swine Farm Ventilation: Enhance Efficiency, Animal Welfare, and Productivity.
June 25, 2025In-personColumbiaMO
Air Quality Management is essential to prevent efficiency losses. Controlling humidity levels between 40% and 60% helps mitigate respiratory issues in pigs and reduces the proliferation of pathogens, thereby decreasing the risk of respiratory diseases. Dirt accumulation can reduce fan…
Raised Bed Gardening
June 25, 2025In-personGladstoneMO
Come learn to grow vegetables and flowers in raised beds.
Cost: Free
Contact: Todd Higgins, trhiggins@missouri.edu, 816-407-3490
Virtual Fence Foundations
June 27, 2025 - October 24, 2025Virtual
Calling all livestock grazers looking to intensify or increase current grazing efforts without the stress of fencing. Virtual fencing is an emerging technology that used GPS enabled collars to create invisible fence boundaries. Join the Center for Regenerative Agriculture, MU Extension, The…
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 2 (Virtual)
June 30, 2025 - August 27, 2025Virtual
Ready to take your fitness to the next level? Build on the progress you've made in Level 1 with our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Level 2 program! This class is designed to enhance your strength, balance, and mobility, helping you stay active, independent, and healthy as you age.
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MU Extension Summer Tax School - 2025
July 1, 2025HybridColumbiaMO
This tax school will cover a variety of topics with an emphasis on agriculture related topics.
Topics to be included:
federal tax update taxation of option payments, equipment leases after year-end, tax bill/farm…
Reading & Understanding Financial Statements
July 1, 2025Virtual
Unlock the power of your financial statements and turn them into actionable insights that can drive the success of your business. In this class, designed specifically for business owners in all stages of business, you’ll learn how to interpret key financial data from your income statement and…
Government Contracting 101
July 2, 2025Virtual
In this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting, we cover how to navigate, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal, state or local level.…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Online
July 2, 2025Virtual
The MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training teaches farmers and other pesticide users how to handle and apply pesticides safely and effectively. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Missouri Department of Agriculture require this training to demonstrate an understanding of…
Extension Garden Steward (MCPL - Platte City)
July 2, 2025 - July 30, 2025In-personPlatte CityMO
Do you want to learn the basics of gardening while promoting a healthy environment? Join us for the Extension Garden Steward: Green Thumb Bootcamp, a 5-week course designed for gardeners of all experience levels. This interactive course includes hands-on activities following each…
NSF SBIR Interactive Workshop via Zoom
July 8, 2025 - July 9, 2025Virtual
This day and a half workshop is designed to assist technology start-ups and existing businesses, that have a breakthrough technology, in learning how to apply for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grants and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)…
Trade Shows - How to Cut Costs by Half and Boost International Sales
July 8, 2025Virtual
Trade shows are expensive and it can be hard to know whether the prospects you meet on the floor are worth pursuing or not. In this webinar you will learn how to cut costs of major tradeshows by 50% or more, get pre-arranged meetings with serious international buyers in attendance, gain valuable…
Show Me the Money! Navigating Funding Options for Your Business
July 8, 2025Virtual
Every business needs fuel to grow, and funding is one of the most critical ingredients. Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, this dynamic course will walk you through a wide range of funding sources to help power your business.
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Online
July 9, 2025Virtual
The MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training teaches farmers and other pesticide users how to handle and apply pesticides safely and effectively. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Missouri Department of Agriculture require this training to demonstrate an understanding of…
2025 Crop and Pest Management Field Day
July 10, 2025In-personColumbiaMO
The annual Mizzou Crop and Pest Management Field Day will be Thursday July 10h at the Bradford Research and Extension Center, approximately 8 miles east of Columbia, Missouri.
Registration will be open by 7:30 a.m. with…
Business Writing
July 10, 2025In-personColumbiaMO
How much of your time on the job is spent writing? For many people, the day is filled with e-mail messages, reports, internal memos and letters to customers or constituents. Poorly written documents can produce confusion, conflict or even losses of productivity.
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Chronic Disease Self-Management
July 10, 2025 - August 14, 2025Virtual
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is a six week, highly interactive group program to help people gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives.
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