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,…
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…
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…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Ray County
February 20, 2026In-personRichmondMO
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…
Seed Starting Workshop
February 18, 2026 - March 28, 2026In-personCamden PointMO
Come join us to learn about starting seed indoors for the upcoming gardening season. You will learn about the methods of starting seed and how to give yourself the best chances of successfully growing seedlings for planting outdoors when the weather warms.
The Seed Starting Workshop will be offered on the dates and locations listed…
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…
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…
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…
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…
CEC Exchange Webinar Series
February 13, 2026HybridVirtualMO
Join us for the February 2026 CEC Exchange Webinar, a professional learning opportunity dedicated to showcasing the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. This year, the series will shift to a quarterly webinar format, spotlighting successful stories of partnership and innovation that are strengthening connections and creating…
MO APEX - Unlock Opportunities with Small Business Certifications - Hybrid
February 11, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO
Unlock Opportunities with Small Business Certifications - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library
Registration Link: https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211217
Description: For businesses eyeing government contracts, obtaining certain certifications can be a game-changer. This session will demystify…
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)- Virtual
February 11, 2026Virtual
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention program that teaches participants how to recognize warning signs, offer support, and connect individuals to help.
Participants will learn how to:
Question someone about suicidal thoughts in a compassionate way.Persuade them to seek help and offer hope.Refer…
Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 1 Virtual February 2026
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…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) and Ag Update - Carroll County 2026
February 5, 2026In-personCarrolltonMO
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…
Feedlot School - Columbia MO
February 4, 2026 - February 5, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
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…
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…
NLA Movie Nights - 2026
January 22, 2026 - March 26, 2026Virtual
Join us for a special virtual screening of a selection of community development films and discussion!
Whether you are a Neighborhood Leadership Academy alumni or new to the concept of community development, we welcome you to participate in this thought-provoking series as we work our way into a new year!
4th Thursdays…
2026 MU Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training
January 8, 2026 - February 26, 2026Hybrid
This program is for Certified Commercial, Noncommercial and Public Pesticide Applicator Recertification and for Licensed Pesticide Technician Retraining.
This program provides recertification for Certified Commercial, Noncommercial,…