Childcare Program: Sowing and Growing Hope in Early Childhood
November 24, 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: Tuesday, November 24th
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact:
Amber Allen
Email: Amallen@missouri.edu
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Applied Food Safety Microbiology
November 30, 2026 - December 1, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Dear Friends,
If you are interested in building both foundational understanding and practical skills in microbial control during food processing, this training is an excellent opportunity. Effective microbial control programs are essential for managing spoilage organisms as well as toxigenic and pathogenic microorganisms across a wide…
Succession Planning: Exploring Co-ops and Employee Ownership – SBDC Training
December 1, 2026Virtual
Business Transition & Succession Planning:
Julie Leonhardt | Missouri Center for Employee Ownership
Explore practical strategies for business growth, continuity, succession, and ownership transition. Learn about transition pathways for a variety of businesses, including employee ownership and cooperative models, with…
Before Year-End: Farm Tax Opportunities - Online
December 1, 2026Virtual
This workshop is designed to help producers learn about farm related tax issues and prepare to work with their tax professional in a timely manner before the end of 2026.
Planned topics:
Livestock tax issuesRetirement and social security planning for farmersThird-Party Marketed Tax Strategies for Farmers (research credit, soil…
Horsemen's Webinar Series - Stumbling, Weakness, and Worry: Understanding EPM
December 2, 2026Virtual
The Horsemen's webinar series is a free quarterly webinar for horse owners, managers, or youth to learn from the experts on various topics related to horse care and ownership.
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis is a central nervous system disease in horses caused by protozoan parasites. This disease can cause behavioral…
2026 Missouri Crop Management Conference
December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Missouri's premier agricultural conference for farmers and agricultural industry professionals. This two-day conference provides timely topics from the state's leading agricultural experts. Registration deadline is November 30, 2026. More information about the speakers and sessions can be found at https://ipm.missouri.edu/…
MU Extension Fall Tax Schools 2026 - Online
December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026Virtual
The schools are designed to cover practical topics encountered by tax preparers. These schools will be using the 2026 National Income Tax Workbook from the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation. The schools will cover:
Day 1
Gift Taxes & RulingsIndividual Tax Issues - Part 1Individual Tax Issues - Part 2Retirement Tax…
2026 Missouri Health Symposium and Rural Health Research
December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026HybridKirksvilleMO
Transforming and Inspiring Rural Health for All
Join us December 3–4, 2026, at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri, or online for two events focused on rural health research, resources, and community impact.
Thursday, December 3 | Rural Health Research
Attend Strength as Medicine: Referrals That Improve…
Understanding Your Soil Needs - Virtual via Zoom
December 7, 2026Virtual
Understanding Your Soil Needs
Healthy soil is the foundation of productive crops, pastures, gardens, and landscapes. But how well do you understand what your soil needs?
Join MU Extension for a free, two-hour real issue based workshop designed to help farmers, gardeners, and landowners better understand their soil and make informed…
Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - December 8, 2026
December 8, 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…
MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual (December)
December 8, 2026Virtual
Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop
Registration Link: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27039
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…
Break Even to Breakthrough: Know Your Numbers for Profit
December 8, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO
Sales and revenue alone do not guarantee profitability. We will cover how to identify fixed and variable costs, calculate how much each sale contributes toward covering expenses, and estimate the sales volume needed to break even and reach a profit goal. You'll leave with a clearer view of the numbers that drive sustainable growth--and one…
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual (December)
December 9, 2026Virtual
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Participants learn how to offer hope and help connect someone to lifesaving support.
Participants learn how to…
Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual December
December 10, 2026Virtual
Event Details
Date: December 12, 2026Time: 9:00am-3:30pmCost: FreeSponsored by: MFAYouth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches participants how to recognize signs that a youth may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge and how to offer initial support. Participants also learn how to encourage and connect youth to…
Pearls of Production Grand Finale - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer
December 11, 2026 - December 12, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Pearls of Production Conference
Date: December 11-12, 2026
Event Description:
Join us for the annual Pearls of Production Conference, designed to provide practical knowledge, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities for livestock producers.
Participants may register for Friday only, Saturday only, or both days of the…
2027 MU Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training
January 12, 2027 - January 18, 2027HybridMO
2027 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Lincoln
January 14, 2027In-personTroyMO
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…
2027 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - St. Louis
January 20, 2027In-personOverlandMO
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…
2027 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - St. Charles
February 3, 2027In-personSaint PetersMO
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…
Virtual Living a Healthy Life with Diabetes (DSMP) _Feb-March 2027
February 4, 2027 - March 11, 2027Virtual
Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is an evidence-based 6-week class for individuals living with type 2 diabetes and their caregivers designed to help you better manage your diabetes by learning important self-management skills and techniques. Participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they…
2027 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Warren
February 25, 2027In-personWarrentonMO
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…
Heroes to Hives Missouri: 2027 Enrollment
March 24, 2027 - October 31, 2027Virtual
Missouri is proud to be the first state chapter of the national Heroes to Hives program. Heroes to Hives supports the financial and personal wellness of veterans through free professional training and community development centered on beekeeping.
Veterans leave the program with a broad depth of beekeeping knowledge, along with personal…