Events

Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Online

October 3, 2025Virtual

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…

Building Strong Families - October

October 2, 2025 - November 6, 2025Virtual

This program helps families identify and build on their strengths, face challenges, and make informed choices. 

Learn to identify and build family strengths to make your family even stronger. 

Farm Management - On My Own: What the Hay? Forage, Fertilizer, Fixes, & Funds - Lunch & Learn Online

October 2, 2025 - November 6, 2025Virtual

Farm Management - On My Own: What the Hay? Forage, Fertilizer, Fixes, and Funds – Online Lunch & Learn Series  Interested in understanding the production and economics of hay? 

Join MU Extension for an interactive and…

Community Conversations - Healthy Aging

October 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025Hybrid

Choose from several options to join us and give your input on how your community can support healthy aging! 

Introduction to QuickBooks Online - Sedalia

October 1, 2025In-personSedaliaMO

QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular cloud-based accounting programs for small business owners.  

Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Online

October 1, 2025Virtual

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…

On Demand: Starting and Managing a Small Business

October 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Virtual

This class will provide an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. 

You will assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, and discuss…

On Demand: Understanding Financial Statements (Prerecorded Presentation)

October 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Virtual

Whether you own a small business, serve on a nonprofit board, or make financial business decisions based on data, you will benefit from this workshop!   

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference 2025

September 30, 2025 - October 2, 2025In-personExcelsior SpringsMO

Unlock the potential of your community by attending the University of Missouri (MU) Extension Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference, happening from September 30 to October 2 in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. This conference is your gateway to refreshing and rejuvenating your…

Garlic Production Workshop - Fall, 2025 - Virtual

September 29, 2025Virtual

Participants will learn about different types of garlic, choosing good planting garlic stock. They will also learn about good cultural practices, nutrient management, weed management, disease management, weed and pest management, garlic harvesting and storage and marketing of garlic.

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…

Wurdack Producer Field Day

October 1, 2025In-personCook StationMO

Join us at the Wurdack Extension and Education Center for a day of learning about annual forages and how they can be used in beef operations. 

Topics will include summer and winter annual forage choice and animal utilization, economic…

Bylaws and Policy/Procedures for Extension Master Gardener Chapters

September 29, 2025Virtual

The State Extension Master Gardener office will conduct a Zoom meeting titled “Bylaws and Policy/Procedures” for all chapters on Monday, September 29, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. 

For those unable to attend, please register to receive the…

Jumpstart

September 19, 2025 - October 24, 2025In-personSedaliaMO

5-Week Business Foundation Program  

You’ve got the idea, but now you need the blueprint to bring it to life. Join us for an intensive 5-week program designed to help you build a solid foundation for your business success. We’ll…

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1 - Online

September 16, 2025 - November 6, 2025Virtual

Join our Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program to build the strength you need to stay active and healthy as you age.  In our hour-long classes, held twice a week for eight weeks, you'll experience a workout that includes a warm-up, easy-to-follow strength exercises, and a cool-down. Led…

Early Stage Business Boot Camp – Laclede County - 4 Sessions

September 16, 2025 - October 7, 2025In-personLebanonMO

Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model.  

4-H Zoo Apprentice Camp

December 27, 2025 - December 31, 2025In-personTampaFL

Registration deadline: Dec. 8, 2025 

Arrive: Fly or Drive. 

Everyone should plan to arrive at Busch Gardens in Tampa by 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26. 

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

December 17, 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…

Government Contracting 101

December 3, 2025Virtual

In this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting, we cover how to navigate, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal, state or local level. After attending this class…

Psychological Safety at Work

December 3, 2025In-personColumbiaMO

What makes a team truly effective isn’t just talent or strategy—it’s feeling safe to speak up, contribute, and take risks. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how psychological safety shapes team dynamics, performance, and innovation. You’ll learn what it looks like in action, why it…

Farmland Leasing Market Update

December 2, 2025Virtual

Are you a farmland owner or tenant farmer preparing for the 2026 leasing season? 

Do you have an interest in learning about the most current farm rental trends? 

Join us for…

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

November 19, 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…

Business Writing

November 18, 2025In-personColumbiaMO

How much of your time on the job is spent writing? For many people, the day is filled with e-mail messages, reports, internal memos and letters to customers or constituents. Poorly written documents can produce confusion, conflict or even losses of productivity. …

Mental Health First Aid for Adults (Virtual)

November 14, 2025Virtual

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.