Ag centers to host producers, share innovations and practices
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MU ag field days include demonstrations of research results, best practices and new technology. MU file photo.
Agricultural producers are invited to save the dates for upcoming events across the state in which extension specialists and researchers from the University of Missouri share the latest findings, highlight best practices and address local emerging issues.
From August through October, these events offer opportunities to see research in action and connect with extension specialists. Field day organizers say these events help bridge the gap between academic research and real-world application by bringing applied research directly to producers and communities.
Events are hosted at Extension and Education Centers, managed by MU Extension, and at Research, Extension and Education Centers, which are administered by the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. Together, these locations showcase research and educational resources that support Missouri agriculture.
In addition, some of the centers will invite local high school students to career exploration/youth ag days in the fall to showcase agricultural careers and research.
2026 field days and festivals
Thursday, Aug. 6 (7 a.m.-1 p.m.): Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center field day at Greenley Memorial Research Farm near Novelty.
Monday, Aug. 10 (7:30 a.m.): Field day at Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center, Portageville.
Tuesday, Aug. 25 (7:30 a.m.): Field day at Graves-Chapple Extension and Education Center, Rock Port.
Thursday, Aug. 27 (4-7 p.m.): Tomato festival at Jefferson Farm & Garden, Columbia. Sample dozens of varieties of tomatoes and peppers, hear from tomato experts and get growing tips to improve your next harvest.
Thursday, Sept. 3: Field day at Hundley-Whaley Extension and Education Center, Albany.
Thursday, Sept. 17: Career exploration and field day at Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center, Mount Vernon.
Saturday, Sept. 26 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.): Showcase at South Farm in Columbia. Visit Mizzou’s local outdoor laboratory and learn about programs in the Mizzou College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. Includes tastings, demonstrations, hands-on activities, baby farm animals and more.
Friday, Oct. 2 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.): Producer field day at Wurdack Extension and Education Center, Cook Station. Participants will tour the farm, view demonstrations and engage extension specialists concerning agriculture practices relevant to the Ozarks.
Saturday, Oct. 10 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.): Missouri Chestnut Festival at the Horticulture and Agroforestry Research Farm, New Franklin. Learn about, sample and purchase Missouri specialty crop products like roasted chestnuts; tour the historic 1819 Hickman House; enjoy live music and kids’ activities; and learn about agroforestry in the beautiful Missouri river hills.