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Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - February
February 22, 2026Virtual
Join us as we kick off the International Year of the Woman Farmer with an inspiring keynote from Carey Portell, nationally recognized speaker and best-selling author. Carey’s powerful story of resilience—shaped by her twelve-year recovery as a survivor of a drunk driving accident—challenges audiences to break through limitations and embrace…
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Level 3: Expert Animal Cruelty Investigator - Online: ZOOM (Concord)
February 23, 2026 - February 27, 2026VirtualOnline: ZOOM
Class Moving to Online: ZOOM
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…Image
2026 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Barton County
February 23, 2026In-personLamarMO
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…
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Agriculture and Industry
February 23, 2026In-personBransonMO
White River Valley Electric Cooperative and Show-Me Technologies, in partnership with MU Extension, present Agriculture and Industry, a day of interactive learning. Learn how to respond to downed power lines, stay safe around electricity, keep food safe during power outages, set up a grazing system, manage the "what ifs" of livestock production…
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Extension Master Gardener Course in Adair County
February 23, 2026 - May 11, 2026In-personKirksvilleMO
The Extension Master Gardener program was established in Missouri in 1983 and provides in-depth horticultural training for Missourians who wish to share their knowledge of gardening. The mission of the University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener program is to support MU Extension by providing trained volunteers to assist in public…
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Greene County Extension Council Annual Meeting
February 23, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
You are invited to attend the Greene County Extension Council Annual Meeting on Feb.23rd at noon. The meeting will be held at the Springfield Botanical Center. A meal will be provided by the Greene County Extension Council. The program includes recognizing newly elected and appointed members of the council, Leaders Honor Roll awards and a guest…
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2026 MU Extension Rice Conference
February 24, 2026In-personDexterMO
University of Missouri Extension is hosting the 2026 MU Rice Conference at the Bootheel Regional Planning Commission in Dexter, MO. MU Extension State Specialists will discuss research in weed, insect, and rice production management. Dr. Justin Chlapecka, University of Arkansas, will be our guest speaker discussing rice research. MU Extension…
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Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Core - CP26283
February 24, 2026 - February 26, 2026In-personWillardMO
This course is designed for individuals who are new to the position of driver/operator, anticipate future promotion to that position or are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri driver/operator certification exam. In this class, students will discuss duties and…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Gentry County with Ag Update Following
February 24, 2026In-personAlbanyMO
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…
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Utilizing Drones in Missouri Agriculture Workshop
February 24, 2026In-personViennaMO
Join MU Extension specialists for a full-day workshop combining expert discussion and hands-on training on using drones in agriculture. This program will explore the latest drone technologies and what remote pilots need to know to operate them effectively. This workshop is sponsored by Vesper Energy and is limited to Maries County Residents…
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McDonald County Priority Session
February 24, 2026In-personPinevilleMO
Extension’s Priority Sessions for Business and Communities are designed to bring people together to talk about what matters most to the local economy and quality of life. These sessions create a welcoming space for business owners, community leaders, elected officials, and partners to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Online - February 24, 2026
February 24, 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…
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Monett Dairy Day 2026
February 24, 2026In-personMonettMO
Monett Dairy Day hosts SW Missouri dairy producers to learn about topics that affect their bottom line on February 24th from 11:30-2 at the Monett Armory (300 Chapell Dr, Monett, MO 65708)
Bill Brooks from Stoneheart Consulting will encapsulate all the market pressures in his insightful Dairy Market Outlook. Massimo Montalbano, DFA SE,…
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WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training - February 24, 2026
February 24, 2026Virtual
WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training (WRT) is a research-based training grounded in a long tradition of resilience enhancement science that enables participants to improve personal stress management, clarify their resilience needs, identify relevant supportive resources, and build skills to enhance resilience during their daily routines. Throughout…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) and Ag Update - Livingston County 2026
February 24, 2026In-personChillicotheMO
MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) educates individuals seeking a Private Applicator or ‘Provisional’ Private Applicator Category 20-General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE) certification through the Missouri Department of Agriculture to purchase and use Restricted Use Pesticides (RUP) for purposes of producing any…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Cass County
February 24, 2026In-personHarrisonvilleMO
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…
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Newton County Priority Session
February 24, 2026In-personNeoshoMO
Extension’s Priority Sessions for Business and Communities are designed to bring people together to talk about what matters most to the local economy and quality of life. These sessions create a welcoming space for business owners, community leaders, elected officials, and partners to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities…
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Essentials of Effective Supervision (12-Week program)
February 24, 2026 - May 19, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
The 12-week Essentials of Effective Supervision course provides a strong knowledge base for frontline supervisors, managers and team leaders. This series is designed to provide new supervisors, and those aspiring to become supervisors, with a unique blend of knowledge, skills and strategies in the areas needed to effectively and efficiently…
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Monett Beef Conference
February 24, 2026In-personMonettMO
Dinner begins at 6 PM
Producer Panel: Feed Efficiency and Trends in Beef Cattle Genetics
- Travis Merrick - Gleonda Angus Farms
- Drew Byergo - Byergo Angus
- Wes Spinks - Spinks Ranch LLC
Adding Stockers for Drought Resilience
- Ian McGregor - Livestock Field Specialist, University of Missouri Extension
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2026 Lawrence County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
February 24, 2026In-personMount VernonMO
This in-person course provides the Restricted Use Pesticide required training and certification for the Private Applicator's Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control license for agricultural producers who are 18 years and older. This training also applies to the Provisional Private Applicator's license for those 16 to 17 years of age and…
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Webster County Diversified Ag Conference
February 24, 2026In-personMarshfieldMO
Webster County Extension is hosting the 101st Diversified Ag Conference on Tuesday February 24th.The event will be held at Hillside Christian Church at 769 Hillside Loop, Marshfield. The program starts at 6:00pm, check in starts at 5:45pm, program completed at 8:45 pm. There is no charge to attend by pre-registration is needed. A meal will be…
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Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual
February 25, 2026Virtual
Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and…
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Exploring the New RISE-MO Resources
February 25, 2026Virtual
The University of Missouri’s Recruit, Inspire, Support the Early Childhood Profession in Missouri (RISE-MO) initiative is working to strengthen and sustain Missouri’s early childhood workforce.
In this webinar, you will explore how RISE-MO helps early childhood educators through recruitment, professional development, and…
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2026 Polk County Private Pesticide Applicator Training
February 25, 2026In-personBolivarMO
This in-person course provides the Restricted Use Pesticide required training and certification for the Private Applicator's Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control license for agricultural producers who are 18 years and older. This training also applies to the Provisional Private Applicator's license for those 16 to 17 years of age and…
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Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Pike - Air Cover
February 25, 2026In-personFrankfordMO
Completing this training makes one eligible for the Noncertified Restricted-Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator license. The license will allow you to legally use or determine the need for the use of any restricted use pesticide while under the direct supervision of a certified commercial applicator, certified noncommercial applicator or certified…