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We bring Mizzou to you.

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.

MU faculty, staff and elected council members, who live in your community, work with you to identify local interests and issues and then offer relevant programming and resources to meet the unique needs of you and your community.

Our job is to partner with communities to find solutions with credible, science-based information that will help you:

Grow safe and healthy food
Build and grow profitable businesses
Improve your health and relationships
Increase agricultural production
Update professional training in business, health and safety
Engage youth as valued, contributing citizens

Explore the MU Extension website and your county page to discover how MU Extension can enhance your life.

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Women Owning Woodland-Virtual Lady Landowner Lunch-August 2021

Event date: Aug. 2, 2021 - Aug. 30, 2021

Grab your lunch and join us at the computer for conversation to help you have healthier forests and wildlife on your property!August 2nd – Herbicides for Forestry-Learn about the herbicides commonly used for forest management practicesAugust 9th ...

Soils 101 for Gardener & Homeowners: Unlocking Your Garden’s Full Potential & Understanding Soil Test Reports

Event date: Aug. 4, 2021

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

Understanding soils is the key to growing healthy plants, learn how to unlock the full potential of your garden! Nutrient, pH and organic matter management is key to growing healthy and productive gardens, landscapes and lawns. Join MU ...

Got R&D Money? Top Tips for Funding R&D with Grants

Event date: Aug. 5, 2021

Event time: | 10:00 am - 11:30 am

This 90-minute ZOOM offering is designed to introduce technology start-ups and existing businesses on how they might fund R&D through Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grants. This is an introduction to the topic that has been developed for ...

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Taking Missouri small businesses to the next level: CARES Act enables 12 to ‘Elevate’

Published: Monday, July 26, 2021

Twelve Missouri small businesses accepted the challenge to take their businesses to the next level at the beginning of 2021. Selected from across the state and representing the logistics, construction, service, and manufacturing/production ...

Exporting — The Export Plan: Market Research

Published: Wednesday, July 7, 2021

Now that you have confirmed there are no export restrictions on your product or service, you are ready to develop your strategy to export your product. The effectiveness of the export plan you develop will hold the key to whether the international ...

Published: Friday, June 25, 2021

Editors: With a flash flood watch in effect for parts of Missouri, these ready-to-publish news releases may be of interest to your readers:Be prepared for flooded roadsFood safety after floodingFirst aid for leaky basementsReducing flood damage to ...

Food safety after flooding

Published: Friday, June 25, 2021

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Floods can devastate property and have lasting effects on a community. In the aftermath, people might not think about the consequences flooding can have on food. Floodwater often contains sewage or animal waste that could ...

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Resources for Your Flooded Home

Publication date: May 1, 2017

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 ...

Quick Tips for Cleaning Up After a Flood

Publication date: July 1, 2011

Families returning to their flooded homes should be cautious before and during the cleanup process. In addition to other hazards, floodwater may contain sewage and biological contaminants that can linger in the home after the initial cleanup. Protect ...

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Master Gardener Core Training Course and Manual Bundle

Aug. 23, 2021 - Dec. 31, 2021

online $230.00

<p><strong>Your $200 registration fee includes a FREE Core Manual. During checkout, a $37.95 discount will be applied: $30 for the manual and $7.95 for shipping.</strong></p> <p ...

Substance Use Disorders in Missouri 101

June 5, 2021 - June 4, 2022

online $0.00

Substance use disorders (SUD) present a major public health concern with a significant impact on health, including increased mortality, interpersonal and socioeconomic difficulties. Nationally, Missouri ranks highest among states for drug use with ...

CEU Immunization Webinar Series 2 (FY21)

Aug. 19, 2020 - June 30, 2022

online $0.00

Immunization Webinar Series 2The purpose of this series of five (5) webinars is to update the knowledge base regarding immunization practices and vaccine recommendations based on national guidelines and the latest evidence to guide practice. ...

Fundamentals of Supervision

July 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021

online $240.00

Transitioning to a supervisory role can be difficult; it can be challenging to be the boss of those who used to be your peers. As an individual contributor, you developed specific technical expertise that made you proficient in completing ...

Grow Your Bottom Line through Global Sales

online $0.00

A self-paced course of less than 15 minutes demonstrating global sales opportunities for businesses of any size. With 95% of potential customers living outside of the United States, exporting offers the potential to grow your bottom line. Exporting ...

CEU Enhanced Leadership Development Academy for RNs and NHAs in Long-term Care

Nov. 1, 2020 - Oct. 31, 2021

online $1,000.00

Take this survey FIRST before you click the register button to determine your eligibility. This professional development course offers RNs and NHAs working in LTC an engaging on-line learning environment with an emphasis on practical application that ...

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