Farm Financials Made Easy - Annie's Project (Evening Program)
April 14, 2026In-personClintonMO
Farm Financials Made Easy - Annie's Project
Do you wish you understood your Schedule F and balance sheet better?
Do you want to feel confident in knowledge of your farm's financial performance?
Join us for an informal, engaging two-hour in-person event focusing on components of the Schedule F, basics of balance…
Advanced QuickBooks Online Training (In-Person) | Sedalia
April 14, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular accounting software 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 its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?
This level 2 course will…
High Tunnel Field Days - Spring 2026 - 5 Locations
April 15, 2026 - May 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
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 extension, increased yields, and reduced disease pressure. However, growing in high tunnels has unique…
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…
Stocker Cattle/Risk Management Workshop-Nevada, MO
April 16, 2026In-personNevadaMO
This workshop is a cooperative effort between MU Extension, Vernon County Missouri Cattlemen's Association and FCS Financial. MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist Patrick Davis will educated cattle producers on stocker cattle management. Furthermore, FCS Financial Representative, Jay Sloniker, will discuss risk protection for stocker cattle…
Jumpstart | Sedalia, MO
April 17, 2026 - May 15, 2026In-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 cover everything you need to launch with confidence and build a clear, actionable roadmap for your business success.…
Jumpstart | Osage Beach, MO
April 17, 2026 - May 15, 2026In-personOsage BeachMO
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 cover everything you need to launch with confidence and build a clear, actionable roadmap for your business success.…
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…
Personal Branding: Identity-Based Branding for Entrepreneurs
April 28, 2026Virtual
This live Zoom session introduces identity-based branding rooted in psychological trust principles. Participants will clarify their positioning and strengthen their credibility through practical, psychology-backed strategies.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the difference between branding and identityIdentify why generic messaging…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-…
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…
On-the-Job Training Workshop: Skills for Workplace Trainers
May 5, 2026In-personClintonMO
Why This Training Matters
Did you know that:
73% of frontline employee training is delivered on-the-job by supervisors61% is delivered peer-to-peer1Yet, many supervisors, trainers, and peer mentors receive little to no guidance on how to train others effectively. This workshop bridges that gap—equipping your team with new skills,…
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…
Passion to Profit: Psychology-Driven Offer Creation & Sustainable Business Foundations
May 5, 2026Virtual
Many entrepreneurs struggle to turn their skills and passions into revenue. This session introduces a psychology-backed framework for aligning strengths, market demand, and transformation into a clear, profitable offer.
Learning Objectives:
Understand psychological reasons entrepreneurs stay stuck in idea modeIdentify internal barriers…
Extension Master Gardener Course - Morgan County Core Training
May 7, 2026 - June 6, 2026In-personVersaillesMO
The mission of the Missouri Master Gardener Extension Program is “helping others learn to grow”. The Master Gardener program provides in-depth horticulture training to individuals throughout Missouri who then volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities to learn about gardening and environmental…
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…
Energy Management for Entrepreneurs
May 12, 2026Virtual
This session introduces the four-domain energy framework for sustainable performance. Participants learn how to optimize energy rather than simply manage time.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the difference between time management and energy managementLearn the 4 Domains of Energy: physical, emotional, mental, and purposeRecognize…
Tunnel to Table Field Day: Buckeye Acres Produce Farm - Johnson County
May 12, 2026In-personWarrensburgMO
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 increased crop yields. However, growing in high tunnels requires specific management practices to maximize production, so…
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)…