Join us for the 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series, a webinar series dedicated to showcasing the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. In 2025, we spotlight successful stories of collaboration that are driving innovation, strengthening connections, and creating … Continued
About:Â Are you a beginning farmer looking for land? Are you a landowner interested in learning more about connecting with beginning farmers? Join this webinar to find the support you need. You will also learn about helpful resources like the Beginning … Continued
Join us for a discussion on patents, including the different types of patents, the application process, what to do after a patent is granted (or not granted), the rights of patent owners, and other business considerations. -What is a patent? … Continued
Ready to turn your business idea into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure, funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take! Date: Tuesday, September … Continued
Independent and locally-owned grocery stores are a crucial part of the food system, but many lack local food offerings. This is a missed opportunity for both grocers and producers. To increase local food offerings, innovative local sourcing models are needed. … Continued
K-State Research and Extension and the University of Missouri Extension will be hosting a Better Process Control School on October 9-10, 2025. REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Registration is due September 26, 2025, to allow time to mail workshop materials. About this … Continued
Explore the benefits of obtaining a USDA-FSA Farm ID number and NRCS conservation programs. Offered by LU Innovative Small Farmers' Outreach Program. This event is open to farmers around the state via Zoom or in-person in Cape Girardeau. Click here to register. … Continued
Learn how to use QuickBooks Online software to help manage your company's finances from anywhere using the cloud. This webinar covers setting up your company account, navigating the user interface, recording common transactions, and running reports to assess your company's … Continued
In this training, you'll learn how to plan a full month of social media content that keeps your audience engaged and coming back for more. Discover the types of posts that spark interaction and build brand presence. By the end, … Continued
Build on the skills learned in the Beginners course and learn how to make the most of this cloud-based accounting software to manage your company's finances more efficiently. This webinar covers more complex concepts including setting up sales tax, creating … Continued
​​​​​​Market Research for Startups Date: Thursday, October 23rd 2025 Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Cost: None Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect *Registration closes at Noon, Monday October 20th 2025. Successful business ideas require reliable data - learn what information … Continued
Developing a strategy, creating content, and managing your social media can seem like a daunting undertaking. Paying someone to do all of that can ALSO be challenging or out of budget. Join us to learn budget friendly tips and tricks … Continued
Ready to turn your business idea into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure, funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take! Date: Tuesday, October … Continued
Creating Sales Strategies for YOUR Business Date: Wednesday, October 29th 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am Cost: $5.00 Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. *Registration closes at Noon on Monday, October 27th 2025. "Please note that all class registrations are final. … Continued
Get ready to boost foot traffic and online sales this Small Business Saturday through strategic outreach. In this training, we'll cover how to build effective contact lists, craft compelling email subject lines, and draft a high-impact promotional email together. You'll … Continued