Events

Winter Fire School 2026

February 6, 2026 - February 8, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Winter Fire School Winter Fire School has been the premier annual fire service event and consistently hosts the largest gathering of emergency professionals in Missouri. Through in-depth workshops and courses, it addresses issues and challenges that are critical to all emergency services professionals. Tuition $265.00 Webcast $70 for single user…

Tunnel to Table: MU Extension’s Guide to Growing Specialty Crops in Tunnels for High Yields & Low Risks

January 20, 2026 - April 14, 2026Virtual

Location: virtual on Zoom 

Time: Tuesdays January 20th-April 14th, 6:30-8:00pm

Join University of Missouri Extension and partner institutions for a practical 12-session webinar series on growing specialty crops in high, low, and caterpillar tunnels. Learn directly from Extension specialists and researchers as they cover tunnel…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 - Virtual Jan

January 12, 2026 - March 9, 2026Virtual

Description: Unlock the joy of strength training! Join our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Level 1 group sessions in a fun and supportive environment. Feel stronger, more energized and connected as you increase your overall fitness, flexibility and balance. Build muscle and increase bone density to reduce frailty, osteoporosis and the risk of falls…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH)-Level 1 Virtual January 1-2pm

January 6, 2026 - March 3, 2026Virtual

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Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Buchanan County

December 18, 2025In-personSt JosephMO

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 current pesticide competency standards and regulations…

Estate Planning for Small Business Owners - 2025

December 11, 2025In-personKirksvilleMO

Presenter: Jessica Rooks - The Rooks Law Firm Join us for an insightful seminar on estate planning tailored specifically for Small Business Owners. 

This session will cover essential strategies to protect your business and ensure a…

Horsemen's Webinar Series - Farm Taxes for Horse Owners

December 10, 2025Virtual

The Horsemen's webinar series is a free quarterly webinar for horse owners, managers, or youth to learn from the experts on various topics related to horse care and ownership.   

December's webinar is a presentation by MU…

Dairying in the Winter: 7 Steps for Success

December 10, 2025Virtual

Webinar: Winter Dairy Cattle Management – Practical Strategies Date: December 10, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (CST) Location: Zoom (link provided after registration) Prepare your dairy herd for winter with proven strategies to maintain health, productivity, and profitability. This session will cover nutrition adjustments, water access,…

Neighboring 101 - 2025

January 16, 2025 - December 18, 2025Virtual

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…

Women in Dairy - Holiday Party

December 10, 2025In-personRepublicMO

Join us for the annual Holiday potluck party and planning!  This year we'll make wreaths and brainstorm a great schedule of meetings for 2026. You bring the potluck, we'll bring the wreath supplies for all who RSVP before Monday 12/8.   Thanks to DFA and MO Dairy for sponsoring…

Mental Health First Aid for Youth (Virtual)

December 10, 2025Virtual

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)-Youth gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to a youth who may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge and help connect them to the appropriate care.       

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention - Online

November 10, 2025 - December 19, 2025Virtual

The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere. The degree of exertion can be easily adjusted, making this program suitable for adults of all levels and abilities.…

Powerful Tools Caregiver: Virtual Lunch & Learn

November 6, 2025 - December 18, 2025Virtual

The Powerful Tools for Caregivers class series helps caregivers take better care of themselves while providing for a friend or relative. By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. 

Six class…

Pearls of Production Conference

February 28, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Pearls of Production Conference

Date: February 28, 2026

Location: Beef Research and Teaching Farm, Columbia, MO

Cost: Adults – $20 | Children (ages 5–12) – $5

Event Description:
Join us for the annual Pearls of Production Conference, designed to provide practical knowledge, hands-on…

Basics of Grain Marketing Workshop

February 18, 2026 - February 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

The Basics of Grain Marketing Workshop
Join us for a two-day, in-person event on February 18–19 at the Boone County Electric Cooperative Building (1413 Rangeline St., Columbia, MO). This workshop provides practical, farm-ready strategies on key grain marketing topics, including basis, market carry, margins, cash markets, forward and futures…

February Building Strong Families

February 5, 2026 - March 12, 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 Via Zoom all sessions are from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 1 Family Strengths 2/5/26

Session 2 Communication 2/12/26

Session 3 Stress Less, Live…

2.2.2026_Supervisory_Certificate_Series_Virtual

February 2, 2026 - March 5, 2026Virtual

Today’s supervisors face more complexity than ever—hybrid work environments, heightened employee expectations, AI disruption, and increasing pressure to do more with fewer resources. Technical skill alone is no longer enough. Effective supervision requires emotional intelligence, coaching capability, decision confidence, and the ability to lead…

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…

NLA Movie Nights - 2026

January 22, 2026 - March 26, 2026Virtual

Join us for a special virtual screening of a selection of community development films and discussion!  

Whether you are a Neighborhood Leadership Academy alumni or new to the concept of community development, we welcome you to participate in this thought-provoking series as we work our way into a new year!  

4th Thursdays…

Whole Farm Family Planning for the 21st Century

January 20, 2026 - January 22, 2026Virtual

Whole Farm Family Planning for the 21st Century is a two-part virtual MU Extension program designed to help Missouri farm families navigate childcare and health insurance decisions. These one-hour sessions, held from noon to 1 p.m., provide clear, practical guidance on budgeting for childcare, understanding coverage options, and planning ahead…

Great Plains Growers Conference

January 8, 2026 - January 10, 2026In-personSaint JosephMO

The Great Plains Growers Conference (GPGC) is THE HUB for commercial fruit and vegetable producers, specialty crops and hobbyists across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and other Midwestern states.
 
There’s no better place to connect with growers and experts from your region than the Great Plains Growers Conference.…

2026 MU Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training

January 8, 2026 - February 26, 2026Hybrid

This program is for Certified Commercial, Noncommercial and Public Pesticide Applicator Recertification and for Licensed Pesticide Technician Retraining. 

This program provides recertification for Certified Commercial, Noncommercial,…

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

December 16, 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 effectively communicates…

Small Business Certifications for Federal, State & Local Government Contracts

December 11, 2025Virtual

Training Topics:

This virtual seminar is an overview of the current small business…

2025 Missouri Crop Management Conference

December 9, 2025 - December 10, 2025In-personColumbiaMO

Join Missouri’s premier agricultural event — the 2025 Crop Management Conference, December 9–10 in Columbia, Missouri. This two-day program brings together farmers, ag industry professionals, and university experts to share the latest research and on-farm innovations.