Events

Central Missouri Forage & Beef Conference

February 27, 2026In-personViennaMO

The Central Missouri Forage & Beef Conference, presented by University of Missouri Extension specialists and the Maries County Soil & Water District, is Friday, Feb. 27, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 206 Sixth St., Vienna.

The conference will present timely information on beef production relevant to central and southern…

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

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 learning, and networking…

Childcare Professional Development: Kindness Counts: Teaching Children Prosocial Skills that Stick

March 2, 2026Virtual

Kindness Counts: Teaching Children Prosocial Skills that Stick 

This research-based session offers practical strategies for promoting prosocial behavior and guiding young children in childcare settings to foster kindness, cooperation, and emotional growth.

Time: 7:00 pm-8:00 pm

Date: Monday, March 2nd 

Class…

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

March 3, 2026Virtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26614

MO APEX - Find Your Niche: Does the Government Buy What You Sell? - Hybrid

March 4, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO

Find Your Niche: Does the Government Buy What You Sell? - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211223

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026Virtual

MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…

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…

Opportunities for Drones in Agriculture Workshop – Central MO

March 7, 2026In-personFultonMO

This one-day, hands-on workshop will cover both the classroom and field aspects of drone use in agriculture. Participants will learn about different types of drones, FAA regulatory requirements, remote pilot certifications, and practical business applications for aerial imaging, spraying, and spreading. Afternoon field exercises will allow…

Selling at the Farmers Market 2026

March 9, 2026 - March 13, 2026Virtual

Producers selling local foods at the farmers market can learn about marketing strategies, state regulations, value added products, food safety and more in this five-part online series. This lunch-and-learn webinar is presented by University of Missouri Extension. Missouri NCR SARE is a sponsor. 

Participants will hear from farmers,…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - March 10, 2026

March 10, 2026Virtual

MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…

Horsemen's Webinar Series - How to Take Better Photos of Your Horse: Easy Conformation Basics

March 11, 2026Virtual

Chloe Collins is a western lifestyle, equine, livestock, and rodeo photographer and videographer. Her business, Rockin' CC Media is based in Strafford, Missouri. She will speak on taking good photos of your horse for marketing or personal use. 

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

March 11, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO

Decoding GovCon Compliance:  Essential Regulations Explained - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211228

Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Zoom - Rusty Lee - March 18th

March 18, 2026Virtual

Completing this training makes one eligible for the Noncertified Restricted-Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator license. The license will allow you to legally use or determine the need for the use of any restricted use pesticide while under the direct supervision of a certified commercial applicator, certified noncommercial applicator or certified…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

March 18, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - March 19, 2026

March 19, 2026Virtual

MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…

Adult Mental Health First Aid - Virtual

March 23, 2026Virtual

Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial…

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

March 24, 2026 - May 14, 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…

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

March 25, 2026Virtual

Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Dr. Salma Sultana, a Bangladeshi veterinarian recognized for creating innovative veterinary training and outreach programs that empower thousands of small-scale farmers.

This year-long series of monthly virtual learning sessions…

Antlers, Anglers, and Ag: Elevating Today's Outdoorsmen for Tomorrow's Harvest

March 28, 2026In-personNoveltyMO

Title: Antlers, Anglers, and Ag: Elevating Today's Outdoorsmen for Tomorrow's Harvest

Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026

Location: Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Farm (64399 Greenley Place, Novelty, Missouri 63460)

Per Person Attendance Fee for Audience: $ 25 (Lunch Included) 

Topics, Times and Presenters:

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MTI – Supervisory Certificate Series – 2026-03-30

March 30, 2026 - March 31, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Supervisory Certificate Series

Essential skills for supervisors at every level — in the office, in the field, on-site, or across hybrid and remote teams.

Today’s supervisors lead teams that are more distributed, multifaceted, and fast-moving than ever. Whether your employees work in an office, on the shop floor, in the field, or…

In-Person Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Grower Training Course

April 1, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

This PSA Grower Training Course is a one-day training for farmers looking to improve their understanding of produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs). 

The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in §…

Physical Activity Learning Sessions (PALS) Childcare Clock Hours

April 9, 2026 - May 7, 2026Virtual

Information needed: Name, Email, Childcare center, MOPD ID, 

When: Thursday, April 9,16,23,30 May 7

Where: Virtual 

Time: 5:30PM-7PM

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…

Focus on Kids: Gasconade County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 4/15

April 15, 2026In-personOwensvilleMO

Conducted in cooperation with Missouri’s circuit courts, the Focus on Kids program satisfies the law that requires parents who are divorcing and creating or modifying a custody order to complete an educational parenting program.

Payment Methods accepted: payable by cash, check or money order made payable to: Gasconade County Extension…

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

April 22, 2026Virtual

Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Kate Hoare, an award-winning dairy farmer from Southeast Cornwall who runs Trenance Farm and has pioneered a highly sustainable, off-grid model using a bio methane-capturing slurry lagoon.

This year-long series of monthly virtual learning…

4-H Day with the Cardinals 2026

May 16, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

4-H Day with the CardinalsMay 16, 2026
Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO

You are invited to join us for the 23rd Annual 4-H Day with the Cardinals. The Cardinals will be taking on the Kansas City Royals at a 1:15 p.m. game. Don't miss out! We have a limited number of tickets, and they go quickly!