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 - Bolivar
December 1, 2026In-personBolivarMO
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…Before Year-End: Farm Tax Opportunities - Lebanon
December 1, 2026In-personLebanonMO
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…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…Before Year-End: Farm Tax Opportunities - Pineville
December 1, 2026In-personPinevilleMO
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…
Next Level Leadership
December 2, 2026 - December 4, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
As your business grows, so do the challenges of leading people. Next Level Leadership is designed for experienced leaders who want to strengthen emotional intelligence, improve communication, build high-performing teams, and confidently lead through change. This interactive course provides practical strategies to help business owners and…
Practical Economic Insights for Missouri Agriculture in 2027- Bolivar
December 2, 2026In-personBolivarMO
As agricultural lenders prepare for the upcoming loan renewal season, staying informed on the latest economic trends and local market conditions is essential. MU Extension invites all lenders, regardless of tenure and experience, to a timely seminar designed to equip lenders with the insights and tools needed to support sound lending decisions…
The Effective Leader
December 2, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Increasingly, organizations are realizing the need for leadership at all levels. Because people want to be led, not managed, managers need to develop as leaders in addition to being highly competent in functional management areas. There is an impressive body of knowledge regarding leadership, and the skills needed to be an effective leader. The…
2026 Illinois Composting Workshop, by MU, UIUC, and IL Pork Producers Association
December 2, 2026In-personBaylisIL
The 2026 Illinois Composting Workshop, hosted by the University of Missouri, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), and the Illinois Pork Producers Association, will take place at the Orr Research Center (Pike County), in Baylis, IL. The workshop will provide stakeholders with an excellent opportunity to learn about effective livestock…
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…
No Exceptions Leadership - Leadership for the Real World Fire Officer (CP27114)
December 3, 2026In-personBattlefieldMO
In the fire service we frequently discuss and encourage our members to continually train on and practice the basic, fundamental skills of our craft. We espouse the critical nature of mastering the most used skills for our success, the safety of victims and the safety of our members. Whether it’s moving a hose line, pumping a truck or forcing…
Connecting Arts, Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare Focus Group ( for practitioners)
December 3, 2026In-personKansas CityMO
Where are creativity and the arts showing up in healthcare across our region? What’s working, what’s missing, and where could stronger connections help?
Join MU Extension, the UMKC Conservatory, and ArtsKC for a conversation with healthcare practitioners, medical professionals, therapists, and others connecting healthcare with creativity…
Successful Project Management (2-Day Program)
December 3, 2026 - December 4, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
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 and need a framework to help accomplish an…
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…
Extension Garden Steward: Colonial Farms
December 5, 2026In-personBlue SpringsMO
Looking for a crash course in gardening that covers all the essentials?
Join us for the Extension Garden Steward: Green Thumb Bootcamp, a one-day seminar packed with gardening know-how and practical skills. With both presentations and activities, you’ll gain the tools you need to grow healthy plants, create beautiful landscapes, and…
Built to Last: Your Farm, Your Legacy - Cape Girardeau County
December 5, 2026In-personJacksonMO
Join us for a free class focused on estate planning and farm succession planning. The morning session will be taught by Randy Stephens, our Ag Business specialist, and will focus on options to help ag producers smoothly transition the family farm to the next generation.
A wonderful catered lunch will be included in this…
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…
STOP THE SPREAD: Combating Johnsongrass in Northwest Missouri, A Program For Farmers and Landowners
December 8, 2026In-personEastonMO
Program will examine the impact of johnsongrass, life cycle, seed prevention, control strategies and rhizome control. The event is free!
Focus on Kids: Lincoln County Parent Education Program (45th Circuit) - 12/8/26
December 8, 2026In-personTroyMO
Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…
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…
Excelling as an Administrative Professional
December 9, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
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 responsibilities and job performance for…
2026 Arkansas Biosecurity Workshop
December 9, 2026In-personRussellvilleAR
The 2026 Biosecurity Workshop, hosted by the University of Missouri, Arkansas Tech University, Arkansas Department of Agriculture, and the Arkansas Pork Producers Association, will take place at the Farm Bureau Insurance Building, Russellville, AR. The workshop will provide stakeholders with an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest…
Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Board & Chief: An Effective Leadership Team (CP27142)
December 9, 2026Virtual
In this course, participants will learn about the expectations and responsibilities for members of the board of directors of ambulance and fire protection districts and the role and responsibilities for the chief administrator. Participants will also learn about the limitations of individual director authority.Participants will also discuss…
Focus On Kids Cass County December
December 9, 2026In-personHarrisonvilleMO
The FOK program is a co-parenting education program that fulfills as state mandate for divorcing or separating parents of minor children. The class provides research-based information to support children adjusting to parental separation and encourage positive co-parental communication.
Date: December 9, 2026Time: 1:00-3:30pmPrice: $…
Focus on Kids: Gasconade County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 12/9/26
December 9, 2026In-personOwensvilleMO
Conducted in cooperation with Missouri’s circuit courts, the Focus on Kids program satisfies the law that requires parents who are divorcing and creating or modifying a custody order to complete an educational parenting program.
Payment Methods accepted: payable by cash, check or money order made payable to: Gasconade County Extension…
Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Board & Chief: An Effective Leadership Team (CP27143)
December 9, 2026Virtual
In this course, participants will learn about the expectations and responsibilities for members of the board of directors of ambulance and fire protection districts and the role and responsibilities for the chief administrator. Participants will also learn about the limitations of individual director authority.Participants will also discuss…
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…
Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 12/10/26
December 10, 2026In-personUnionMO
Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…
5 Dysfunctions of a Team
December 11, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
Even the best businesses struggle when communication breaks down and trust is lacking. Based on Patrick Lencioni's best-selling leadership model, this course helps business owners and team leaders identify the common barriers that prevent teams from reaching their full potential.
Learn practical strategies to:
Improve…Faculty Friday--Growing People, Leaving a Legacy: Becoming the Mentor Others Remember
December 11, 2026Virtual
Most of us hope to leave a lasting legacy in the communities we serve through the programs we deliver, the partnerships we build, and the lives we touch. Yet one of the most meaningful and enduring ways to extend that legacy is by investing in the people who will carry the work forward.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or stepping…
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…
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
December 15, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personSedaliaMO
The habits of successful leaders don't happen by chance; they're built intentionally. Based on Stephen Covey's proven principles, this course helps participants improve productivity, strengthen relationships, make better decisions, and become more effective leaders. Whether you're managing employees, serving customers, or growing your business…
Construction Management Leadership Institute
December 15, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
The construction industry is growing at a historic pace—and it needs leaders who can keep up. The Construction Management Leadership Institute is a three-day, high-intensity program designed for professionals ready to advance into stronger leadership roles in heavy civil, commercial, or industrial construction.
Developed by the University…
Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 12/15/26
December 15, 2026In-personUnionMO
Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Course
December 15, 2026 - December 16, 2026In-personFredericktownMO
2 night event. First night will be theory and basic practice of Shield Metal Arc Welding (Stick Welding). Second night will be advanced stick welding of mild steel.
STOP THE SPREAD: Combating Johnsongrass in Northwest Missouri, A Program For Farmers and Landowners
December 17, 2026In-personEastonMO
Program will examine the impact of johnsongrass, life cycle, seed prevention, control strategies and rhizome control. The event is free!
Focus on Kids: Franklin County Parent Education Program (20th Circuit) - 12/19/26
December 19, 2026In-personUnionMO
Focus on Kids is a workshop to help divorced and separated parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce process and to help parents who are living apart develop ways to work together effectively as co-parents. Focus on Kids satisfies Missouri's educational requirement for parents who are divorcing or filing a…
Fire Service Instructor I (Blended)
January 4, 2027 - February 19, 2027HybridJefferson CityMO
This course addresses NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4, 2019edition competencies at the fire service instructor I level. This course focuses on the presentation skills needed bynew instructors delivering prepared lesson plans. Students will cover lesson plan preparation, presentation skills,using…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - COOPER COUNTY
January 5, 2027In-personBoonvilleMO
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…
Introduction to the Fire Service (CP2707)
January 5, 2027 - January 30, 2027In-personBaringMO
This introductory course for new fire service personnel acquaints participants with the basics of fireground duties. Discussions address fire service history, organization, fireground safety, and fire behavior. We will discuss and demonstrate basic hose practices, ground ladder practices, ventilation techniques and introduce proper procedures…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - COOPER COUNTY Prairie Land FS
January 5, 2027In-personPilot GroveMO
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…
Tactical Decision Making from the Right Seat (CP27112)
January 6, 2027In-personBattlefieldMO
The officer in the right seat will determine from the onset, the success or not of the incident. As the first line goes, so goes the call could not be any truer when considering the decisions make initially by the first due officer. The fate of the call, in many cases, rests on that first due officer and his/her ability to get it…
Basic Grain Engulfment Rescue (CR27123)
January 9, 2027In-personLa PlataMO
This class is designed to introduce participants to the hazards and issues associated with grain entrapment/engulfment emergencies and basic techniques to safely conduct initial rescue operations. The classroom portion of the training includes the types of grain handling/storage facilities, hazards, and associated rescue problems. Federal…
Level 1: Professional Animal Cruelty Investigator - Wichita, KS
January 11, 2027 - January 15, 2027In-personWichitaKS
Founded in 1990, the National Animal Cruelty Investigations School was the first of its kind, offering a combination of specialized veterinary and law enforcement training. Students from a range of backgrounds — including federal, state and local animal cruelty officers…
Fire Department Incident Safety Officer (Traditional) - CP27204
January 11, 2027 - January 15, 2027In-personJefferson CityMO
This course is designed to prepare fire department incident safety officers to meet and exceed the specific job functions as identified in NFPA 1521: Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer. The course covers the fundamental coverage of job functions for successful handling of incidents involving hazardous materials, technical rescue,…