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) 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…
Tunnel to Table Field Day: Milsap Farms - Greene County
May 1, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Cost: $10
Join MU Extension and local farmers for an on-farm hands-on educational experience. High tunnel production is a growing trend in specialty crop production that provides benefits such as season extension and reduction of certain foliar diseases. However, growing in high tunnels requires specific management practices to maximize…
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…
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…
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…
Joplin Reimagining Your Workforce: Breaking Barriers Together
June 3, 2026In-personJoplinMO
The Reimagining Your Workforce Conference in Joplin brings together employers, community leaders, and service providers to focus on practical solutions that help regional employers become Fair-Chance employers. By elevating lived experience and employer perspectives, the conference will identify barriers that often go unseen and develop…
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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2026 Missouri Master Naturalist State Conference
June 12, 2026 - June 14, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO
Welcome to the 2026 Master Naturalist State Conference — Gateway to Nature!
We’re thrilled to host this year’s statewide gathering on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis. The conference venue sits just steps from the iconic Forest Park, offering attendees immediate access to 1,300 acres of forests, prairies, wetlands, waterways…
MTI – Coaching Conversations That Build Trust & Performance – 2026-06-17
June 17, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Coaching Conversations That Build Trust & Performance
Expectations, feedback, and growth
Clear communication is a coaching skill. This interactive session focuses on how leaders use conversations to clarify expectations, strengthen performance, and develop their people. Participants will practice structured coaching language…
Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - June
June 24, 2026Virtual
Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Dr. Louise Bulmer, A Senior Lecturer in Animal & Veterinary Sciences at Scotland’s Rural College specializing in equine nutrition and the gut-brain axis; how diet affects microbiota and behavior.
This year-long series of monthly…
EdCafe's Real-World Learning: Success-Ready Students in Today’s Workforce
July 17, 2026HybridSpringfieldMO
A full-day conference to advance real-world learning and workforce readiness for students.
The program will include keynote speakers, breakout sessions, panels, workshops, and roundtables highlighting:
Real-world learning and career-connected educationApprenticeships as a sustainable workforce training modelInnovative hiring practices…