The Kansas Department of Agriculture and K-State Research and Extension (KSRE) will offer six regional Local Food Producer Workshops to assist farmers’ market vendors and managers, and for those wanting to sell food products directly to consumers. Workshop topics will … Continued
Every winter, Cultivate KC convenes local and regional farmers and food activists to connect, converse and contribute ideas regarding issues affecting our city’s urban farming community. This, our 20th anniversary event, will focus on the theme of The Past, Present, and Future … Continued
This workshop introduces small businesses to the basics of sustainability, focusing on Pollution Prevention (P2) strategies and the principles of Environmental Justice (EJ). Learn how implementing sustainable practices can reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support underserved communities. We’ll also touch … Continued
The North Central Food Safety Extension Network is offering a 3-part webinar series on topics relative to food entrepreneurs. Registration link is below and you will receive a Zoom link to attend. All webinars will be held from 11:00am-Noon CST. … Continued
Your small business is growing! Let's get you ready to successfully hire and retain your first employee. Join us as we discuss required employee documentation, payroll and whether you can handle in-house or outsource, necessary tax reporting, and other human … Continued
Are you interested in starting a farmer's market in your community? Are you part of a recently established market looking to learn more? Join MU Extension and Missouri Farmers Market Association for this lunch n’ learn series to explore the … Continued
Learn how to grow your own vegetables! Start with garden planning and soils, learn about cool and warm season vegetables plus herbs, and how to problem solve those pesky weeds, insects, and diseases. Cost: $80 for 8 sessions Questions? Contact Katie Kammler, kammlerk@missouri.edu or … Continued
This year's program includes: Matching Cows to Their Environment - Dr. Jamie Courter, MU Beef Genetics Specialist, Columbia Forage Based Nutrition for Cows - Ian McGregor, Field Specialist in Livestock, Mt. Vernon Ag Business Insights: What Livestock Producers Need to … Continued
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
K-State Research & Extension is offering a Grant Writing Basics course consisting of two (3-hour) online live sessions with many additional resources. We've organized a two-part series specifically for our food system partners, farmers, and food business owners interested in … Continued