Business Writing

July 10, 2025In-personColumbia

How much of your time on the job is spent writing? For many people, the day is filled with e-mail messages, reports, internal memos and letters to customers or constituents. Poorly written documents can produce confusion, conflict or even losses of productivity. 

Chronic Disease Self-Management

July 10, 2025 - August 14, 2025Virtual

The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is a six week, highly interactive group program to help people gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. 

On My Own: What's it Worth? Ag Leasing, Farmland Values, Rental Rates, and Custom Work Rates - Lunch & Learn Online

July 10, 2025 - August 7, 2025Virtual

If you’ve wanted to learn more about agricultural lease arrangements and how to ascertain estimated land, lease and custom work values, join MU Extension for an engaging and interactive Lunch and Learn opportunity! 

The Farm Management…

Home Food Preservation Bootcamp

July 11, 2025In-personJackson

Are you interested in learning to preserve food at home? This bootcamp teaches you to use home food preservation techniques and recipes that make safe, high-quality products. The day includes a morning and afternoon session. Participants will learn the science behind food preservation and…

How to Interpret Soil Test Reports - Online

July 11, 2025Virtual

Bring your soil test reports to this convenient online program! Discuss liming and fertilizer rates or ask general questions about soil testing. 

This event is free to attend. …

Professionalism Matters: Setting the Standard in Early Childcare

July 12, 2025Virtual

Professionalism in early childhood education is fundamental to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment for young children. 

It encompasses a commitment to continuous improvement, ethical conduct, and a deep…

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

July 15, 2025Virtual

This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Online

July 16, 2025Virtual

The MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training teaches farmers and other pesticide users how to handle and apply pesticides safely and effectively. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Missouri Department of Agriculture require this training to demonstrate an understanding of…

Land Lease Workshop - Bollinger County

July 17, 2025HybridMarble Hill

Farm leases are a very hot topic right now with cash rents at their current level and crop prices staying higher so landlords and tenants need to make certain they’re getting what  they believe they should be” said Jason C. Morris Ph.D., Agricultural Business…

Country Cured Ham Judging Clinic

July 17, 2025In-personSpringfield

Identify 4-H Youth Program & Project Leaders, FFA Advisors and individuals seeking to improve their knowledge of curing, trimming and evaluating country cured hams. Identify individuals who may have an interest in helping with County Fairs and other cured meat contests. Provide an overview of broadly accepted country cured ham…