Events

Intellectual Property (IP) Basics

February 18, 2026Virtual

Join this interactive webinar to learn practical intellectual property (IP) fundamentals tailored for entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. USPTO experts will explain the core types of IP—patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets—show how each can support product development and business strategy, and highlight when and how to act to…

Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory - February 18, 2026

February 18, 2026Virtual

Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory (COMET) is a community training that recognizes rural values of neighbor helping neighbor, and communities being their own best resource, especially when concerned about another's emotional and mental well-being. During the training, participants learn a natural way to talk with a friend, a neighbor…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Saline County 1:00 AND 6:00

February 18, 2026In-personMarshallMO

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 Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Laclede County

February 18, 2026In-personLebanonMO

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…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Vernon County

February 18, 2026In-personNevadaMO

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) - Schuyler County 2026

February 18, 2026In-personLancasterMO

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…

MO APEX - Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Hybrid

February 18, 2026HybridSaint LouisMO

Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Hybrid Workshop with St. Louis County Library

Registration Link:  https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=211219

Seed Starting Workshop

February 18, 2026 - March 28, 2026In-personCamden PointMO

Come join us to learn about starting seed indoors for the upcoming gardening season.  You will learn about the methods of starting seed and how to give yourself the best chances of successfully growing seedlings for planting outdoors when the weather warms.

The Seed Starting Workshop will be offered on the dates and locations listed…

In Person Portion: De-escalation and Use of Force Decision Making in Modern Law Enforcement

February 19, 2026 - February 20, 2026In-personArnoldMO

The 12 hour in-person portion of this training will include 8 hours of classroom completion of ICAT, and 4 hours of scenario/role playing. ICAT is a training program that gives police officers tools for defusing critical incidents with a focus on those that do not involve suspects with guns.…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Caldwell County with Ag Update Following

February 19, 2026In-personKingstonMO

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) - Mississippi County

February 19, 2026In-personCharlestonMO

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…

State Line Crop Conference 2026

February 19, 2026In-personLamarMO

The University of Missouri Extension in Barton County is hosting the State Line Crop Conference on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at  9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the First Baptist Church Family Life Outreach Center 1301 E 6th St, Lamar, MO 64759.  This event will feature a variety of topics of interest including soil fertility, weed science,…

Non-Certified Restricted Use Pesticide (NRUP) Applicator Training - Montgomery

February 19, 2026In-personBellflowerMO

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…

Extension Master Gardener Course - St. Louis County

February 19, 2026 - May 21, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

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…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Monroe Early

February 19, 2026In-personParisMO

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) and Ag Update - Chariton County 2026

February 19, 2026In-personKeytesvilleMO

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…

2026 Taney County Livestock and Forage Conference

February 19, 2026In-personForsythMO

The 2026 Taney County Livestock and Forage Conference will provide producers with valuable insights and practical strategies to help livestock producers improve their operations in the coming year.

Dinner is provided for free thanks to our sponsors, but registration is required.

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Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Webster County

February 19, 2026In-personMarshfieldMO

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…

Alpha-Gal Syndrome Awareness- Heartland Library- Iberia Branch 2-19-26

February 19, 2026In-personIberiaMO

Join Nutrition and Health Specialist Kathy Deeken for an informative program on Alpha-Gal Syndrome, a food allergy triggered by tick bites. 

This session will cover common symptoms, screening and diagnosis, and practical tips for prevention. Participants will also learn how to make safe food selections, explore alternative…

Master Naturalist Core Training: Free Information Session

February 19, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Thinking about registering for the Master Naturalist Core Training in mid-Missouri, to becoming a certified Master Naturalist volunteer?  If so, we encourage you to attend this free information session to learn more about the program and get your questions answered.  We'll provide more details during the session including a full…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Lafayette County

February 20, 2026In-personHigginsvilleMO

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) - Cape Girardeau County

February 20, 2026In-personJacksonMO

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…

Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop - Jasper / Barton County

February 20, 2026In-personOronogoMO

Join Matthew Huchteman, MU Extension Field Specialist in Horticulture, to gain knowledge and skills necessary to properly prune common Missouri fruit trees (apple, pear, peach, cherry and plum). A one-hour, indoor educational session will be followed by a hands-on pruning activity, allowing participants to apply what they've learned. This FREE…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Ray County

February 20, 2026In-personRichmondMO

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…

The Lithium-Ion Revolution - CP26318

February 21, 2026In-personIberiaMO

Newer electric vehicles are powered by battery packs generating enough power to power the average American household for about three days. This workshop will focus on building tools for the street smart attentive First Responder.  What, where and how these batteries are used and what to do…