2026 Stone County Livestock & Forage Conference
February 5, 2026In-personCraneMO
Stone County Commission Report
Theileria orientalis ikeda - An Emerging Cattle Disease in Missouri - Dr. Craig Payne, Extension State Veterinarian, Columbia
Rebuilding the Herd – Should I buy or raise replacements? - Jennifer Lutes, Field Specialist in Ag Business, Pineville
Tips on Forage Establishment - Tim…
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…
Feedlot School - Columbia MO
February 4, 2026 - February 5, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Two day cattle backgrouding and finishing workshop. First day focuses on backgrounding weaned calves and the second day focuses on finishing cattle on farm. We will cover economics, risk management, nutrition and health management and tour a local small scale confinement feeding operation. Sign up for one or both days depending on…
Physical Activity Learning Sessions (PALS) Childcare Clock Hours
February 3, 2026 - March 3, 2026Virtual
Information needed: Name, Email, Childcare center, MOPD ID,
When: Tuesdays, February 3,10,17,24 March 3
Where: Virtual
Time: 4:30PM-6PM
What is PALS?
PALS is a series of learning sessions focused on physical activity. PALS sessions examine eight best practices areas for physical activity and address the…
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…
101st Lawrence County Ag Conference
January 26, 2026In-personMount VernonMO
Please join us for a night of discussion to support your fescue-based livestock business, updates from local organizations and elected officials, as well as a free steak sandwich dinner provided by the Southwest Cattleman's Association
Reports from:
- Lawrence County Commission
- UM Southwest Research Station
- Mount…
101st Dade County Soil and Crop Conference
January 22, 2026In-personLockwoodMO
The University of Missouri Extension in Dade County is hosting the 101st Dade County Soil and Crop Conference on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Lockwood Methodist Church Life Center 410 Main Street Lockwood, MO 65682. This event will feature a variety of topics of interest to livestock and forage producers…
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…
Feedlot School - Fair Grove MO
January 21, 2026 - January 22, 2026In-personFair GroveMO
Two day cattle backgrouding and finishing workshop. First day focuses on backgrounding weaned calves and the second day focuses on finishing cattle on farm. We will cover economics, risk management, nutrition and health management and tour a local small scale confinement feeding operation. Sign up for one or both days depending on…
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…
Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership - January Community Roundtable
January 13, 2026Virtual
Virtual Community Roundtable Series
When: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom (registration required)
Join us for the Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership Virtual Community Roundtable! These monthly gatherings provide an opportunity to:
Explore innovative solutions to improve…
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,…
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…
Missouri Historic Schools Alliance (2025 Membership)
December 30, 2024 - December 31, 2025HybridSpringfieldMO
Description:
The Missouri Historic Schools Alliance is a network of history and one-room school enthusiasts, community development professionals and others that work to save and share the stories of historic schools in rural Missouri as well as the physical structures. These schools are an important part of Missouri's history because they tell…
4-H Zoo Apprentice Camp
December 27, 2025 - December 31, 2025In-personTampaFL
For questions, please contact Marcia Shannon at Carlsonm@missouri.edu.
Registration deadline: Dec. 8, 2025
Arrive: Fly or Drive.
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