High Tunnel Field Days - Spring 2026 - 5 Locations
April 15, 2026 - May 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Registration is required for these events, see links below to register for a specific location.
Join MU Extension and local farmers for 5 on-farm workshops where we dive into best management practices for high tunnel production. High tunnel production is a growing trend in specialty crop production that provides benefits such as season…
MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual
April 15, 2026Virtual
Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26633
Description: This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Government buyers…
Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Zoom - Rusty Lee - April 17th
April 17, 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…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 17, 2026
April 17, 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…
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…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Linn County April 2026
April 22, 2026In-personLinneusMO
MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) educates individuals seeking a Private Applicator or ‘Provisional’ Private Applicator Category 20-General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE) certification through the Missouri Department of Agriculture to purchase and use Restricted Use Pesticides (RUP) for purposes of producing any…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 22, 2026
April 22, 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…
Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (April)
April 28, 2026Virtual
Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and…
Childcare Program: Sowing and Growing Hope in Early Childhood (Afternoon)
April 28, 2026Virtual
The theme of this program is Hope. This session will focus on learning the science behind hope, creating a culture of hope in the classroom, and how to create a foundation of hope in early childhood.
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact:
Amber Allen
Email: Amallen@missouri.edu
Phone: (417) 881-…
Childcare Program: Sowing and Growing Hope in Early Childhood (Evening)
April 28, 2026Virtual
The theme of this program is Hope. This session will focus on learning the science behind hope, creating a culture of hope in the classroom, and how to create a foundation of hope in early childhood.
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact:
Amber Allen
Email: Amallen@missouri.edu
Phone: (417) 881-…
Show Me© Sow Production: Bilingual Workshop
April 29, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Join us for the Show Me© Sow Production Bilingual Workshop, a full-day educational event designed to deliver practical, science-based solutions for modern sow production. This bilingual (English–Spanish) program brings together leading experts from the University of Missouri Extension and Animal Science Departments to share their expertise and…
Retain With Intention - Building a Better Missouri Cow Herd
May 5, 2026 - May 6, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Rebuilding the cow herd is more than keeping back a few extra heifers—it’s about making intentional decisions that shape your operation for years to come. During this multifaceted, hands-on, 1.5-day program will provide Missouri producers with practical tools to evaluate genetics, nutrition, fertility, and performance data when selecting and…
MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
May 5, 2026Virtual
Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26617
Description: Are you ready to explore the world of government contracting? Whether you’re a small business owner or just curious about the opportunities, this introductory training will give you the foundation…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - May 8, 2026
May 8, 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…
Winning Federal Research Grants
May 12, 2026Virtual
Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop is an introductory seminar designed for technology-based businesses seeking research and development funding through federal programs. This session provides an overview of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs and how they support…
Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - May 12, 2026
May 12, 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…
MTI – De-Escalating Tension on Teams – 2026-05-13
May 13, 2026Virtual
De-Escalating Tension on Teams
Live Virtual Session I 60 minutes
Tension spreads quickly in teams. This focused session provides practical strategies for intervening early and reducing conflict before it escalates.
Participants will:
Identify early signs of rising tension.Select appropriate intervention…
SBIR Bootcamp
May 19, 2026Virtual
SBIR Bootcamp is a focused, two-day training designed for entrepreneurs and innovators with technologies that have strong commercial potential and align with federal research priorities. This program supports participants who are interested in applying for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)…
MTI – Leading Through Uncertainty – 2026-05-20
May 20, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Leading Through Uncertainty
Creating stability during change
Change is constant — but strong leadership provides direction even when outcomes aren’t fully defined. In this interactive session, participants explore how uncertainty affects team morale, communication, and performance. Leaders will learn practical strategies to reduce…
MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual
May 20, 2026Virtual
Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26633
Description: This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Government buyers…
Childcare Program: Engaging with Families and Support Networks (Afternoon)
May 26, 2026Virtual
In this training participants will discuss the importance of engaging with families and support networks in inclusive and meaningful ways and identify the barriers to effective engagement on both sides. Learning activities include poll questions, small group discussions, and case scenarios. Participants will leave the training with handouts…
Childcare Program: Engaging with Families and Support Networks (Evening)
May 26, 2026Virtual
In this training participants will discuss the importance of engaging with families and support networks in inclusive and meaningful ways and identify the barriers to effective engagement on both sides. Learning activities include poll questions, small group discussions, and case scenarios. Participants will leave the training with handouts…
Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - May
May 27, 2026Virtual
Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Judith de Vor, a 5th-generation Netherlands dairy farmer and steward of a regenerative, sustainability-focused farm that also hosts visitors through its educational programs and farm shop.
This year-long series of monthly virtual learning…
Show-Me Neighborhood Art Month (June 2026)
June 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026Virtual
Show-Me Neighborhood Art Month is a statewide, month-long celebration of public art created by Missouri residents in their neighborhoods. This outreach effort by University of Missouri Extension invites people of all ages and artistic abilities to make and display art that reflects the personality and pride of their neighborhood — right in…
MTI – Building Trust on Hybrid Teams – 2026-06-04
June 4, 2026Virtual
Building Trust on Hybrid Teams - Practical leadership behaviors that strengthen clarity and accountability across locations.
Live Virtual Session I 60 minutes
Hybrid teams require intentional leadership. This session explores small, practical behaviors that increase trust across remote and in-person settings.
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