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,…
Master Naturalist 2026 Core Training for Boone County and Mid-Missouri
March 5, 2026 - May 14, 2026HybridColumbiaMO
The Master Naturalist Core Training Course is for new volunteers to become certified Missouri Master Naturalists. The course is a combination of lecture and field trips, a minimum of 40-hours of instruction must be completed to achieve certification. The training is designed to expose students to a wide variety of natural resource…
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…
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
Description: Uncover the specific needs of government agencies. This session provides practical tools and strategies for market research, helping you…
MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
March 3, 2026Virtual
Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26614
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…
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…
100th Annual Audrain Soils & Crops Conference (Rescheduled)
March 2, 2026In-personMexicoMO
There is no charge for this event.
Rescheduled due to snow in January. The conference focuses on a variety of soils and crops related topics. The planned concurrent sessions include: weed management for 2026 and beyond, the latest with drones, soybean management strategies, USDA updates, soybean disease strategies, land concerns…
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…
MO APEX - Craft a Winning Government Contracting Capability Statement - Hybrid
February 25, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO
Craft a Winning Government Contracting Capability Statement - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library
Registration Link: https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211222
Description: Learn to create the essential 1-2 page document that acts as your company's resume in government contracting. This session will…
Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual
February 25, 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…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - February 24, 2026
February 24, 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 - February
February 22, 2026Virtual
Join us as we kick off the International Year of the Woman Farmer with an inspiring keynote from Carey Portell, nationally recognized speaker and best-selling author. Carey’s powerful story of resilience—shaped by her twelve-year recovery as a survivor of a drunk driving accident—challenges audiences to break through limitations and embrace…
Master Naturalist Core Training: Free Information Session
February 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Thinking about registering for the Master Naturalist Core Training in mid-Missouri, to becoming a certified Master Naturalist volunteer? If so, we encourage you to attend this free information session to learn more about the program and get your questions answered. We'll provide more details during the session including a full…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) and Ag Update - Chariton County 2026
February 19, 2026In-personKeytesvilleMO
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…
MO APEX - Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Hybrid
February 18, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO
Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library
Registration Link: https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211219
Description: Understand what it takes to be a preferred vendor for a risk-averse government. This session will guide you through the procurement process and…
Intellectual Property (IP) Basics
February 18, 2026Virtual
Join this interactive webinar to learn practical intellectual property (IP) fundamentals tailored for entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. USPTO experts will explain the core types of IP—patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets—show how each can support product development and business strategy, and highlight when and how to act to…
Basics of Grain Marketing Workshop
February 18, 2026 - February 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
The Basics of Grain Marketing Workshop
Join us for a two-day, in-person event on February 18–19 at the Boone County Electric Cooperative Building (1413 Rangeline St., Columbia, MO). This workshop provides practical, farm-ready strategies on key grain marketing topics, including basis, market carry, margins, cash markets, forward and futures…
MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual
February 18, 2026Virtual
Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26631
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…
Feedlot School - Linneus MO
February 18, 2026 - February 19, 2026In-personLinneusMO
Two day cattle backgrouding and finishing workshop. First day focuses on backgrounding weaned calves and the second day focuses on finishing cattle on farm. We will cover economics, risk management, nutrition and health management and tour a local small scale confinement feeding operation. Sign up for one or both days depending on…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Boone County
February 16, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
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…
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention- Boone County
February 12, 2026 - April 14, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall prevention this winter at the Hearnes Center. This slow practice allows us to move all of the joints in our body strengthening our muscles and reducing the risk of falling while easing arthritis pain. There will be 16 sessions for 1 hour each.
Location: Hearnes Center- 700 E Stadium Blvd, Columbia, MO 65201…
Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 1 Virtual February 2026---CANCELED
February 9, 2026 - April 1, 2026Virtual
This is class is virtual. We will meet on our Zoom meetings and will publish a link once it is processed. This class is to build strength, balance, and flexibility, allowing the participants to have confidence to live independently as the wish. We work to make sure the participants decrease their risk of falls that may result in series injury…
Building Strong Families Virtual February 2026
February 5, 2026 - March 12, 2026Virtual
This program helps parents build on their existing strengths by developing communication and stress management skills and implementing positive parenting strategies.
6-Session Series Via Zoom all sessions are from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Session 1 Family Strengths 2/5/26
Session 2 Communication 2/12/26
Session 3 Stress Less, Live…
Physical Activity Learning Sessions (PALS) Childcare Clock Hours
February 3, 2026 - March 3, 2026Virtual
Information needed: Name, Email, Childcare center, MOPD ID,
When: Tuesdays, February 3,10,17,24 March 3
Where: Virtual
Time: 4:30PM-6PM
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…
Missouri Woodland Mentor Series
January 28, 2026 - September 30, 2026Virtual
The Missouri Woodland Mentor program, launched by MU Extension in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, invites landowners to serve as mentors for fellow property owners who are exploring forest management practices for the first time.
The Mentor Series has something for every landowner. Consider being a mentor or…