Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - April 8, 2026
April 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…
MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
April 9, 2026Virtual
Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26616
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…
Physical Activity Learning Sessions (PALS) Childcare Clock Hours
April 9, 2026 - May 7, 2026Virtual
Information needed: Name, Email, Childcare center, MOPD ID,
When: Thursday, April 9,16,23,30 May 7
Where: Virtual
Time: 5:30PM-7PM
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…
Clinton County Ag Entrepreneur Day
April 11, 2026In-personPlattsburgMO
Join MU Extension Agriculture Field Specialists and the Clinton County Extension Council for Ag Entrepreneur Day, a learning and networking opportunity for small farmers and new landowners. The event will be held at the Community Courtyard in Plattsburg, Missouri, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Registration and…
Supervision Boot Camp: Frontline Series (4-Day program)
April 13, 2026 - April 16, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Supervision Boot Camp: Frontline Series (4-Day program)
Supervisors today face a world of tremendous change and challenge. This program is designed for new and experienced supervisors and managers who want to keep their knowledge and skill consistent with, or a step ahead, of the demands of the work place. The Boot Camp has been designed to…
The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Product-Based Businesses
April 14, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Product-Based Businesses
At this training event, you will learn the fundamentals of the income statement, cash flow statement, and balance sheet.
Participants will engage in a hands-on, scenario-based learning experience for a product-based business that demonstrates how to read,…
MTI – Leadership Impact Under Pressure – 2026-04-14
April 14, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Leadership Impact Under Pressure
Data-driven insight for real-world leadership
Pressure reveals leadership. This session focuses on how leaders regulate emotion, make decisions, and influence others when the stakes are high. Participants complete the Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i) 2.0 Leadership Assessment to gain data-…
Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - April 14, 2026
April 14, 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…
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…
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…
The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Service-Based Businesses
April 21, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Service-Based Businesses
At this training event, you will learn the fundamentals of the income statement, cash flow statement, and balance sheet.
Participants will engage in a hands-on, scenario-based learning experience of a service-based company that demonstrates how to read…
Mastering Business Communication: Writing with Clarity & Impact
April 21, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Mastering Business Communication: Writing with Clarity & Impact
Modern workplaces demand strong communication skills at every level. Whether you’re on the front lines or in executive leadership, you need to master various digital tools, bridge generational gaps, and share information with speed and precision. Clear communication prevents…
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…
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-…
GiANT People-Driven Leadership Series
April 29, 2026 - May 27, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
GiANT People-Driven Leadership SeriesMultiply Your Leadership Skills 100X
This transformational leadership series is designed for individual leaders looking to level-up their skills and performance. Move from good to great as you become a respected leader worth following, not just someone people have to follow. This series will equip you with…
Managing People, Processes & Projects
April 29, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Managing People, Processes & Projects
Do you have more to do than you can manage in a 40-hour workweek?
Do you feel that if you want something done right you have to do it yourself?
Do you find yourself having to “redo” work not done right the first time?
If you answered yes to these questions, you could be holding yourself…
Successful Project Management (2-Day Program)
April 30, 2026 - May 1, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Successful Project Management (2-Day Program)
Managers are constantly called upon to manage projects or to be part of a project team. The effective management of projects – completion within a deadline and a budget, subject to performance criteria – is the cornerstone for business success. All projects are undertaken to achieve specific results…
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…
The Great Game of Business® – Minigames™
May 5, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
The Great Game of Business® – Minigames™MiniGames™ What to Expect:
MiniGames™ are a fun and effective way to gamify performance, drive results, and boost employee engagement. By turning business challenges into focused, short-term games, teams build business literacy, strengthen collaboration, and generate measurable outcomes — all while…
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…
Excelling as an Administrative Professional
May 6, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Excelling as an Administrative Professional
Understand & Grow Your Value as an Administrative Professional.
Administrative professionals often underestimate their impact, despite being incredibly valuable leaders within their organization. With ever-changing technology and organizational climates, expectations are increasing in job…
Unlocking Team Potential: The 6 Types of Working Genius
May 7, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Unlocking Team Potential: The 6 Types of Working Genius
Do your team members struggle with burnout and frustration at work? Are meetings inefficient and unproductive? Do you wonder why some employees thrive in certain roles while others seem constantly drained?
Business owners, managers, and team leads today face the challenge of…