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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) and Ag Update - Grundy County 2026
February 26, 2026In-personTrentonMO
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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The Backyard Restoration Toolkit: Swapping Invasives for Native Gardens and Healthy Trees
February 26, 2026In-personSalemMO
February 23rd-27th is Invasive Species Awareness Week. Take action to reduce the impact of invasive plants- starting in your yard!
Join MU Extension, the Scenic Rivers Invasive Species Partnership, and the Missouri Prairie Foundation to learn about establishing and maintaining native plant gardens in your yard to enhance your local…
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2026 Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Pulaski County
February 26, 2026In-personWaynesvilleMO
The MU Extension Private Pesticide Applicator Training provides the required education for agricultural producers to safely and effectively handle and apply pesticides, including Restricted Use pesticides, on their own farms. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Missouri Department of Agriculture require this training to demonstrate…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Bollinger County
February 26, 2026In-personMarble HillMO
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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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Henry County
February 27, 2026In-personClintonMO
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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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Scott County
February 27, 2026In-personSikestonMO
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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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Platte and Clay Counties with Ag Update Following
February 27, 2026In-personPlatte CityMO
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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SW MO Beef Cattle Conference
February 27, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Heifer development, cattle health and taxes are important to cattle producers. Therefore, MU Extension is partnering with Missouri State University (MSU) to provide the SW MO Beef Cattle Conference, which will educate cattle producers on a variety of current topics in the cattle industry.
The conference will be on February 27 at the…
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Central Missouri Forage & Beef Conference
February 27, 2026In-personViennaMO
The Central Missouri Forage & Beef Conference, presented by University of Missouri Extension specialists and the Maries County Soil & Water District, is Friday, Feb. 27, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 206 Sixth St., Vienna.
The conference will present timely information on beef production relevant to central and southern…
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The History of Ozark Soils and Conversion to Farmland- lessons that help us in today’s forage production
February 27, 2026In-personWest PlainsMO
The program, “A History of Ozark Soils and the Conversion to Farmland: Lessons That Help Us in Today’s Forage Production,” takes a deep look at how Ozark landscapes functioned prior to settlement, how land conversion altered soil-building processes, and how today’s soil test data can guide better forage and fertility decisions.
Through…
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Pearls of Production Conference - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer
February 28, 2026In-personColumbiaMO
Pearls of Production Conference
Date: February 28, 2026
Location: Beef Research and Teaching Farm, Columbia, MO
Cost: Adults – $20 | Children (ages 5–12) – $5
Event Description:
Join us for the annual Pearls of Production Conference, designed to provide practical knowledge, hands-on learning, and networking…
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Extension Garden Steward: Truman Habitat for Humanity
February 28, 2026In-personIndependenceMO
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…
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Intro to Early Child Care Data (February 2026)
February 28, 2026Virtual
Description:
Learn about the various early chlid care data sources in Missouri that exist. These sources will help communities quantify the early child care challenges that exist in their region. Data can also help spark conversations with other stakeholders in the community and measure impact of projects over time. At the end of…
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Building a Cold Frame to Extend the Gardening Season
February 28, 2026In-personCamden PointMO
This presentation discusses how to construct a cold frame to extend your gardening season. We will also discuss growing in a cold frame and hot bed.
10:30 - 12:00 on Feb 28th, 2026 at the Mid-Continent Public Library at Camden Point.
Contact the Library for more details and to register.
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Creating a Community's Early Child Care Report Card (February 2026)
February 28, 2026Virtual
Description:
Data can be used to tell a community’s early child care story. Learn about different data sources and how they can be combined to create a one-page report for your community. This report card can be used to have conversations with elected officials, business owners and other stakeholders in the community. By the end of…
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Making the Grab - Residential Serach - CP26271
March 2, 2026In-personMoberlyMO
Almost 3,000 civilians die every year in fires. That is still a staggering statistic and one we must do all we can to change. Fires in homes are burning faster than ever before, leaving less time for occupants to safely escape. This fact is the reason we must master the residential search! This…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Stoddard County
March 2, 2026In-personDexterMO
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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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - St. Clair County
March 2, 2026In-personOsceolaMO
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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Elevator Operations - CP26305
March 3, 2026In-personSt. LouisMO
The Elevator Operations is an 8-hour day filled with classroom and hands-on training. This course brings awareness to the rescuer on how to safely handle elevator emergencies. Most elevator incidents are not true “Emergencies” but a mere inconvenience. This course will…
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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Hickory County
March 3, 2026In-personHermitageMO
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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Introduction to the Fire Service - CP26280
March 3, 2026 - April 4, 2026In-personBuffaloMO
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…
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2026 Christian County Livestock & Forage Conference
March 3, 2026In-personOzarkMO
Dinner—Meat Hooks—Clever
Reports - County Commission—Lynn Morris
Southern Missouri Soil Fertility Trends—Practical Insights to Boost Forage Quality and Yield - Josh Dunn, Field Specialist in Agronomy, West Plains
What Producers Need to Know for 2026 - Jake Hefley, Field Specialist in Ag Business, Forsyth
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Creating a Community's Early Child Care Report Card (March 3, 2026)
March 3, 2026Virtual
Description:
Data can be used to tell a community’s early child care story. Learn about different data sources and how they can be combined to create a one-page report for your community. This report card can be used to have conversations with elected officials, business owners and other stakeholders in the community. By the end of…
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Emotional Intelligence: The Ingredient for Effective Leaders
March 4, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO
Emotional Intelligence: The Ingredient for Effective Leaders
Emotional Intelligence has been identified as the single most important competency for effective leadership. According to Dan Goleman’s ground-breaking book, "Nothing else, including gender, education, geographic area, age, or hours worked came as close to predicting success as…
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Seed Starting Workshop
March 4, 2026In-personKansas CityMO
Program designed to help new and experienced gardeners succeed in starting seeds indoors at home.
Cost: $5.00 (to cover supplies)
Location: Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64117
See website for directions: https://www.visitkc.com/listings/kansas-city-…