Government Contracting 101
October 2, 2024Virtual
In this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting, we cover how to navigate, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal, state or local level.…
Laclede County Agribusiness Farm-to-Table Brunch
October 2, 2024In-personLebanon
Save the date for the first-ever Laclede County Farm-to-Table Agribusiness Brunch, which will be held on Wednesday, October 2, beginning at 10:45 a.m. at The Exchange at Wall Street Cattle Company, 14900 State Hwy KK, Lebanon, MO 65536. This inaugural event is part of Laclede County Commission…
Boost Your Brand: Strategies for Value-Added Agriculture Marketing
October 9, 2024In-personColumbia
Value-added farmers who are ready to dive into their marketing strategy are invited to join a hands-on educational workshop. Participants will walk away with:
An elevator pitch for their business Key messages and target customer profiles Ideas for a refined marketing strategy…
On My Own: Ag Leasing, Farmland Values, and Custom Work Costs (Benton County)
October 15, 2024In-personWarsaw
If you’ve wanted to learn more about agricultural lease arrangements and how to ascertain estimated land, lease and custom work values, join MU Extension for an engaging and interactive seminar opportunity! The Farm Management: On My Own program will help participants…
Missouri Farm Leases - New Madrid
October 15, 2024In-personNew Madrid
Before two parties enter a lease, they need to discuss many details for which each party will be responsible. Each person needs to understand their own objectives and, hopefully, the objectives of the other. They also need to know the limits of each party. The value of a…
Applied Food Safety Microbiology
October 17, 2024 - October 18, 2024In-personColumbia
Microbial control programs play a key role in controlling spoilage, toxigenic, and pathogenic microorganisms in a variety of raw and finished food products. Food Drug and Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) regulations,…
Better Process Control School (Acidified Foods) training
October 24, 2024 - October 25, 2024In-personColumbia
The Better Process Control School (Acidified Foods) is an FDA-recognized course providing instruction primarily for operators, supervisors and manufacturers meeting the requirements stated in 21 CFR 114.10 and 21 CFR 108.25. The training is tailored for operators or manufacturers who produce…
On My Own: Ag Leasing, Farmland Values, and Custom Work Costs (Johnson County)
October 24, 2024In-personWarrensburg
If you’ve wanted to learn more about agricultural lease arrangements and how to ascertain estimated land, lease and custom work values, join MU Extension for an engaging and interactive seminar opportunity! The Farm Management: On My Own program will help participants…
Native Warm Season Grass Seed Production Workshop
October 25, 2024In-personCook Station
During this one day workshop, seed production in relation to native grasses will be discussed. The day will start in the classroom covering regulations and testing, harvest methods, financial tracking, drying and cleaning. The last part of the day will be outside demonstrations over harvesting…
Missouri Farm Leases - Ironton
October 29, 2024In-personIronton
Before two parties enter a lease, they need to discuss many details for which each party will be responsible. Each person needs to understand their own objectives and, hopefully, the objectives of the other. They also need to know the limits of each party. The value of a…