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…
February 23, 2026In-personBranson
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…
February 27, 2026In-personSpringfield
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…
February 27, 2026In-personVienna
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…
February 28, 2026In-personColumbia
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…
March 7, 2026In-personFulton
This one-day, hands-on workshop will cover both the classroom and field aspects of drone use in agriculture. Participants will learn about different types of drones, FAA regulatory requirements, remote pilot certifications, and practical business applications for aerial imaging, spraying, and spreading. Afternoon field exercises will allow…
March 9, 2026 - March 13, 2026Virtual
Producers selling local foods at the farmers market can learn about marketing strategies, state regulations, value added products, food safety and more in this five-part online series. This lunch-and-learn webinar is presented by University of Missouri Extension. Missouri NCR SARE is a sponsor.
Participants will hear from farmers,…
March 25, 2026Virtual
Join us as we continue the International Year of the Woman Farmer with keynote speaker Dr. Salma Sultana, a Bangladeshi veterinarian recognized for creating innovative veterinary training and outreach programs that empower thousands of small-scale farmers.
This year-long series of monthly virtual learning sessions…
April 2, 2026 - May 14, 2026Virtual
Farm Management – On My Own: Ag Leasing and ‘What It’s Worth’
Join us for a five-session virtual lunch-and-learn event. This series equips landowners and farm operators with knowledge and resources related to ag leasing and evaluating costs, including farmland values, custom rates and rental rates. Whether a participant is a first-time farm…
April 2, 2026In-personHermitage
This workshop is a cooperative effort between MU Extension and Hometown Crop Solutions. MU Extension livestock field specialist Patrick Davis and Andy McCorkill will educated cattle producers on stocker cattle nutrition and health management. Furthermore there will be a representative from Hometown Crop Solutions, Gavon Hutchison, to discuss…