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Through a network of county offices, the University of Missouri solves problems and engages with communities across all 114 counties and the City of St. Louis.

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Matter of Balance (Scott County)

Event date: March 29, 2023 - May 17, 2023

Sikeston, MO

A Matter of Balance is a holistic program focused on preventing falls among adults and seniors.Participants can register by calling Scott County Extension Office at 573-545-3516 or registering online.Cost: FreePartners:Lincoln University Extension- ...

Pitching to Investors

Event date: March 30, 2023

Event time: | 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Kansas City, MO

Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up. Get the details in real-life examples and easy to follow steps!Presented by Michele Weigand, Managing Partner of Focused Perspective with over 27 years ...

Garlic Production Workshop - Spring 2023

Event date: March 30, 2023

Event time: | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

This workshop provides education about nutritional and medicinal importance of garlic, cultivation practices, right planting time in Missouri, and selection of good planting stock. Participants also learn about nutrient management, weed management, ...

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Show-Me MO Success podcast: Tower Rock Stone Co. and Recovery Friendly Workplaces

Published: Thursday, March 23, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Substance use disorders affect workforces throughout Missouri. Addiction costs Missouri an estimated $34.5 million every day, or $12.6 billion a year.Some businesses are adapting policies to support employees affected by substance ...

Four SE Missouri cattle producers recognized

Published: Monday, Jan. 30, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Four southeastern Missouri cattle producers were recognized recently for their contributions to the Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program over more than a quarter of a century each.The four were recognized prior to the most ...

Missouri SBDC elevates business, impacts economic development

Published: Monday, Jan. 30, 2023

Over the past two years, a group of 22 second-stage Missouri small businesses increased sales by $10.7 million, made capital investments of $8.2 million, and added 74 jobs.These businesses were beneficiaries of research and advice from leading ...

Master Showman Competitions: Displaying Youths’ Hard Work

Published: Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023

The Issue4-H and FFA Livestock projects impact youth life skill development in motivation, responsibility, goal setting, discipline, and leadership (Anderson et al., 2015; Boleman et al., 2004; Evans, et al. 2019; Heavner et al., 2011; Rusk et al, ...

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Resources for Your Flooded Home

Publication date: April 21, 2022

Cleaning up after a flood takes special care. Families returning to their flooded homes should exercise caution before and during the cleanup process. To help you get your life and home back to normal, download this PDF.ContentsSteps toward ...

Crop Water Use Program for Irrigation

Publication date: May 1, 2016

Water is an important factor that can affect crop yields. University of Missouri Extension developed an online application to help farmers produce higher crop yields by improving irrigation management. The Crop Water Use application can be run on an ...

Safe Drinking Water in an Emergency

Publication date: March 1, 2012

You and your family can survive for several days without food, but only a short time without water. Disasters can often cause us to question the safety of our drinking water. With a little planning and preparation, you can be prepared by having a ...

Scott County Courthouse

Publication date: Aug. 1, 1980

Missouri CourthousesContact and other information about this county is available on the National Association of Counties website.Marian M. OhmanDepartment of Community DevelopmentCounty: ScottOrganized: Dec. 28, 1821Named after: John Scott, first ...

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Food Preservation 2022

online $30.00

This self-paced course provides research based information needed to safely and successfully preserve food at home. Participants of all levels of food preservation experience are welcome, including individuals with little or no previous food ...

Missouri Master Gardener Online Core Training - Sp2023

Jan. 15, 2023 - May 14, 2023

online $200.00

Your $200 registration fee includes a FREE Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual. To receive your manual, you must login to the course and follow the instructions in the first module for placing the order using a discount code. Please place your ...

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