Events

HACCP Training (Aug 17-19, 2026)

Mon, Aug 17 2026, 8am - Wed, Aug 19 2026, 12pmIn-personColumbiaMO

HACCP

HACCP training is being offered by the University of Missouri on the MU campus in Columbia, MO from Aug 17-19, 2026 (2.5 days)

Dr. Lakshmikantha 'Kantha' Channaiah, state extension specialist in food processing and an assistant professor in the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR), will lead…

Dry Cured Bacon Workshop - Douglas County

Tue, Aug 18 2026, 6 - 7pmIn-personAvaMO

Dry Cured Bacon Workshop in Ava, August 18, 2026 

Ava Mo. – The Douglas County University of Missouri Extension is holding a dry cured bacon (pork belly) workshop for youth and adults.

Before refrigeration many Missourians cured hams and pork bellies as a method of preserving food. Dry cured bacon is not cooked, just…

MTI – Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence -- 2016-08-20

Thu, Aug 20 2026, 8:30 - 11:30amIn-personColumbiaMO

Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence

Conflict is inevitable, but mishandled conflict damages productivity and morale. This session strengthens leaders’ ability to address tension directly and productively.

Participants will:

MO APEX - Government Opportunities & Proposal Development - Virtual

Thu, Aug 20 2026, 1 - 2pmVirtual

Government Opportunities and Proposal Development - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27051

Weed Control for Pastures and Hay Fields- Cultural, Mechanical, and Chemical Options

Thu, Aug 20 2026, 5:30 - 6:45pmIn-personWest PlainsMO

An event geared for new producers and producers that want to expand their knowledge of weed control options.

August 20 - University of Missouri Extension - West Plains, MO 

Take-home materials provided

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - August 21st, 2026

Fri, Aug 21 2026, 9:30am - 12pmVirtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 21st, 2026 8AM

Registration: Preregistration and online payment are requested. Zoom link and other instructions will be sent via email after registration.

Cost: $75

Contact: Haley Schwantz

Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu

Training Date: August 21st, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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NE Regional Grazing School - 2026

Tue, Aug 25 2026, 8am - Thu, Aug 27 2026, 5pmIn-personWilliamstownMO

Missouri regional grazing schools teach the concepts of Management-intensive Grazing (MiG). Livestock farmers and ranchers learn the benefits of MiG, which include:

Participants learn concepts and skills that directly…

Childcare Program: Supporting Children's Grief in Early Childhood Programs (Afternoon)

Tue, Aug 25 2026, 1 - 3pmVirtual

This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief…

Childcare Program: Supporting Children's Grief in Early Childhood Programs (Evening)

Tue, Aug 25 2026, 6:30 - 8:30pmVirtual

This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief…

Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - August

Wed, Aug 26 2026, 12 - 1pmVirtual

Cecilia Rabell (Mexico), a global leader in animal genetics and livestock production, is known for combining scientific expertise with real-world industry impact. Through her work advancing genetic improvement and livestock performance, she has helped shape the future of animal agriculture while serving as a strong advocate for developing the…

Food Safety Canning Workshop (Aug 27, 2026)

Thu, Aug 27 2026, 11am - 3pmIn-personSaint PetersMO

Food Safety Canning Workshop
 

Learn Safe Home Canning with Pickled Dilly Beans:

Join the University of Missouri Extension for an interactive Food Safety Canning Workshop designed for home canners, gardeners, farmers, and anyone interested in preserving fresh produce safely. This hands-on workshop will teach participants the…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual (August)

Fri, Aug 28 2026, 8:30am - 2:30pmVirtual

Youth 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 appropriate professional care when needed.

This evidence-based training introduces the…

CEC Quarterly Exchange: Exploring Third Places

Fri, Aug 28 2026, 1:30 - 2:30pmVirtual

Join us for a CEC (Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities) quarterly webinar as we will explore "Third Places." 

Our guests will be Stephanie Campbell-Yount, owner of "Haven" in Maryville, MO and Elena Stephenson, Extension Community Development Specialist who has a focus on Community Arts and Creative Placemaking.

Stephanie…

Weed Control for Pastures and Hay Fields- Cultural, Mechanical, and Chemical Options

Fri, Aug 28 2026, 5:30 - 6:45pmIn-personHoustonMO

An event geared for new producers and producers that want to expand their knowledge of weed control options.

August 20 - University of Missouri Extension - Houston, MO 

Take-home materials provided