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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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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…
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…
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…
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-…
MO APEX - Find Your Niche: Does the Government Buy What You Sell? - Hybrid
March 4, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO
Find Your Niche: Does the Government Buy What You Sell? - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library
Registration Link: https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211223
Description: Uncover the specific needs of government agencies. This session provides practical tools and strategies for market research, helping you…Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Election Declaration and Board Reorganization - CP26288
March 5, 2026Virtual
In this course, participants will learn about the post-election process for ambulance and fire protection districts, including the declaring the results of elections and reorganization of the Boards of Directors of such districts. Participants will also learn the timing and order of events after…
Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Marion/Shelby
March 5, 2026In-personPalmyraMO
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…
2026 Master Naturalist Core Training - Perry
March 5, 2026 - June 27, 2026In-personPerryMO
The Missouri Master Naturalist program mixes science with service, engaging Missourians in stewardship of the state’s natural resources through science-based education and volunteer community service.
Participants receive natural resource-based training from natural resource experts on topics including:
History of…
Master Naturalist 2026 Core Training for Boone County and Mid-Missouri
March 5, 2026 - May 14, 2026HybridColumbiaMO
The Master Naturalist Core Training Course is for new volunteers to become certified Missouri Master Naturalists. The course is a combination of lecture and field trips, a minimum of 40-hours of instruction must be completed to achieve certification. The training is designed to expose students to a wide variety of natural resource…
Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Election Declaration and Board Reorganization - CP26293
March 5, 2026Virtual
In this course, participants will learn about the post-election process for ambulance and fire protection districts, including the declaring the results of elections and reorganization of the Boards of Directors of such districts. Participants will also learn the timing and order of events after…
Introduction to the Fire Service - CP26259
March 6, 2026 - March 15, 2026In-personLowndesMO
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…
Vehicle Fire Fighting - CP26312
March 7, 2026In-personRichlandMO
Funding provided by the Division of Fire Safety (DFS) and the Missouri Fire Safety Education / Advisory Commission. State Funding sources include the DFS General Revenue (GR) Fire Training Fund and Fire Education Fund.
the least…
Spring Garden Seminar - Cole County - 2026
March 7, 2026In-personJefferson CityMO
University of Missouri Extension in Cole County in collaboration with Central Missouri Master Gardeners (CMMG) is organizing a half-day Spring Garden Seminar. The seminar provides education to the gardeners about various horticultural topics including limited use of lawn in the landscape and replacing invasive plants with natives. Participants…
