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SUMMARY:2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION: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 lasting impact in our small towns and rural regions. \nAttendees will hear real stories with real impact directly from community leaders\, organizations\, and individuals who have successfully worked together to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. At the end of each webinar\, we leave time for Q&A sessions with speakers and peers to exchange ideas and build networks. \nWhether you’re an economic development or nonprofit professional\, local official\, business owner\, or simply passionate about rural development\, the CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series is your go-to for inspiration\, learning\, and connection. \nNo fee to attend. \nContact: Jackie Spainhower\, spainhowerj@missouri.edu\, 816-752-8662 \nSessions are the first Friday of each month at 1:30 pm\, starting in February\, \n(No webinars scheduled in January\, July and October.) \nFebruary 7\, 2025\, 1:30 pm – December 5\, 2025\, 2:30 pm\n\n For registration information: Personal Information – 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2025-cec-monthly-exchange-webinar-series/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Free HACCP training (Sep 9-11\, 2025) in Columbia\, MO
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2.5-day interactive course (limited to 25 individuals) taught by the University of Missouri’s leading food safety expert with more than 20 years of experience in teaching\, training and research. \nThis course is accredited by the International HACCP Alliance. In addition to learning sound food safety principles\, this course trains the individual to develop and implement an effective HACCP plan in their food processing facility.  This course helps food professionals learn the latest food safety issues that affect their products as well as how to develop and implement an effective HACCP plan. \nThis is a must-attend course for beginners\, food processors\, plant managers\, line supervisors\, operators\, sanitation supervisors\, QA personnels\, students (seeking job at a food business)\, retailers\, exporters\, importers\, distributors to sharpen their knowledge in HACCP principles. A certificate with the International HACCP Alliance seal will be presented to participants at the end of the course. \nDate: Sep 9-11\, 2025 \nDuration: 2.5 days \nTimings: Sep 9 & 10: from 8am to 5pm\, and Sep 11th from 8am to 12:30pm) \nRegistration cost: It’s free for Missourians (Courtesy USDA). The cost for out-of-state residents is $450. \nVenue: 155\, William Stringer Wing\, University of Missouri\, Columbia\, MO. \nRegistration link: https://extension.missouri.edu/events/haccp-0 \nFor more information contact: Kantha Channaiah\, lchannaiah@missouri.edu\, 573-882-2673 \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/free-haccp-training-sep-9-11-2025-in-columbia-mo/
LOCATION:University of Missouri Columbia\, 155\, William Stringer Wing\,\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Training
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SUMMARY:MU Extension Online Class - Cover Crops & Soil Health for Vegetable Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Class Description: \nDig-in to the essentials of cover crops & soil health to help your garden grow and your soil thrive. The rubber meets the road in this session where you will learn practical steps to optimize soil health and soil function in your garden. Soil is a fascinating living ecosystem\, if we understand how to harness the power of this ecosystem\, we can grow great crops with less inputs and protect the environment. \n Registration Link: https://extension.missouri.edu/events/cover-crops-soil-health-for-vegetable-gardens \nHave questions about your garden or landscape? Contact your local horticulture specialist. Click your county on the horticulture specialist map to connect directly with your local specialist. https://ipm.missouri.edu/specialists/  \nCost: $10 \nContact: Justin Keay\, justin.keay@missouri.edu\, 573-324-5464
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/mu-extension-online-class-cover-crops-soil-health-for-vegetable-gardens/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T160000
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SUMMARY:5th Annual "Ground Cherry & Garlic Festival"
DESCRIPTION:Come out to our 5th year of celebrating and learning about ground cherries and garlic. We will have seed garlic as well as garlic you can enjoy in your meals all winter. We will also have ground cherries for you to sample and purchase some added value products of both local food. You will be able to listen to some great music\, engagement with your community. Bring the kids out for games\, crafts and petting animal farm. Shop the farmers market and craft fair. Enjoy some local oriental bowls with fresh local ingredients. Farm to Table with friends!!!! Visit our Facebook page for more information! \nFacebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1264852895335564/?rdid=L7LQu0aqFuOzw7sQ# \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/5th-annual-ground-cherry-garlic-festival/
LOCATION:Precious Petals & Pepper Berries Urban Farm\, 17400 E Courtney Atherton Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64058\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T120000
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UID:47549-1758016800-1758024000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:State Sales Tax for Retailers - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is presented in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue and is devoted to explain the differences between the Kansas Retailers’ Sales Tax\, the Kansas Retailers’ Compensating Use Tax\, and the Kansas Consumers Compensating Use Tax. You will gain a basic understanding of the goods and services subject to sales tax. It will also explain the record keeping and filing requirements\, form preparation\, how to use exemption certificates\, and Withholding Tax. \nDate: Tuesday\, September 16th\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: IN PERSON held at 5015 East 29th St N\, Wichita\, KS 67220. WSU Metroplex.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, September 15th\, 2025 \nFor more information: 09/16/25 – State Sales Tax for Retailers
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/state-sales-tax-for-retailers-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu-2/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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UID:47524-1758099600-1758103200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Marketing with AI - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Learning how to market with AI will not only allow you to iterate faster\, but also create real-world photos with stunning results and effects\n-Accelerate Your Campaigns: Explore AI-driven tools that speed up your marketing efforts.\n-Inspiring Case Studies: See how midwestern businesses are using AI to boost online engagement.\n-Hands-On Experience with AI generators.\n-Learn Smart Automation to streamline repetitive marketing tasks. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 17th 2025\nTime: 9;00 am – 10:00am\nCost: $10.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. \nFor more info: https://secure.touchnet.com/C21797_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6104&SINGLESTORE=true \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/marketing-with-ai-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T120000
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UID:47527-1758196800-1758200400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Are You Lender Ready? Understanding Your Credit & Preparing Your Financials - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Applying for a commercial loan may seem like a daunting task. Tune-in to this webinar to learn how lenders evaluate a potential borrower’s credit and financials. \nDate: Thursday\, September 18th 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, September 15th\, 2025 \nFor more information: 09/18/25 – Are You Lender Ready? Understanding Your Credit & Preparing Your Financials
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/are-you-lender-ready-understanding-your-credit-preparing-your-financials-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T120000
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UID:47529-1758196800-1758200400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Intro Into Intellectual Properties - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Inventions\, designs\, original works of authorship\, and trade secrets can provide you with economic benefits. Learn the basics of intellectual property protection. Jessica Pierpoint with the USPTO Kansas Patent and Trademark Resource Center will present. \nDate: Thursday\, September 18th \, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday September 15th\, 2025. \nFor more information: 09/18/25 – Intro Into Intellectual Properties
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/intro-into-intellectual-properties-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T113000
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UID:47531-1758621600-1758627000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now\, Not Later - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now\, Not Later – Kansas SBDC at WSU \nJoin us for a discussion about what all entrepreneurs\, small businesses\, and start-ups should know about trademarks. We’ll discuss what trademarks are\, the benefits of federal trademark registration\, and the basics of the registration process. We’ll also talk about why it’s so important for any new business to select a trademark that is both federally registrable and legally protectable. We’ll close out the discussion with a question-and-answer session and direct you to free resources from the USPTO.\n-Difference between TM\, SM\, and ®\n-Importance of selecting a strong trademark\n-Importance of conducting clearance searching before filing\n-Fundamentals of the federal trademark application requirements\n-How to find free and reduced-price legal services \nDate: Tuesday\, September 23rd\, 2025\nTime 10:00 am -11:30 am\nCost: None.\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, September 22nd. \nFor more information: 09/23/25 – Trademark basics: What every small business should know now\, not later
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/trademark-basics-what-every-small-business-should-know-now-not-later-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T140000
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UID:48220-1758722400-1758726000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Cold Supply Chains - Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The University of Nebraska\, Omaha and the Heartland Food Business Coalition are hosting a seminar on cold supply chains on September 24th\, from 2-3pm. Our speaker is Steven Thauriaux from Smithfield Foods. \n  \nIn the seminar\, Steven will discuss the following topics: \n\nRegulators & rules: USDA\, FDA\, OSHA\, SQF—requirements shaping food handling and storage.\nTemperature control: ≤41°F refrigeration; monitoring\, calibrated probes\, logs\, and alerting.\nOps challenges: Labor retention\, cross-functional teamwork\, SOP standardization\, scheduling\, inventory discipline.\nTech enablers: RFID for traceability; LMS for training/productivity; WMS for execution.\nCustomer expectations: Transparency\, speed\, accuracy\, safety; KPIs—OTIF and fill rate.\nCase wins: Process optimization\, SOP rollouts\, targeted tech adoption → higher efficiency\, fewer claims.\n\nThe zoom connection information is below. Please feel free to spread this invite to others who may be interested. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://unl.zoom.us/j/95767517203?from=addon \nMeeting ID: 957 6751 7203 \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/cold-supply-chains-informational-webinar/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T180000
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UID:47533-1758736800-1758744000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:So\, You’re Thinking about Selling Your Business - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re planning an exit by 2025 or a comfortable retirement a decade from now\, this webinar is designed to help you navigate the business sale process. \nKansas SBDC Business Advisor and Small Business Owner\, David Keller\, has been involved with multiple business sales\, including several of his own. He will share his insights and experience on:\n-Identifying the Right Time to Sell: Key factors to consider when deciding if selling is your best move.\n-Building a Winning Strategy: Essential elements for a successful sale\, maximizing your return on investment.\n-Taking Action Today: Actionable steps you can take right now to get your business sale-ready.\n-Assembling Your A-Team: Critical team members you need by your side to ensure a smooth transition.\n-A Step-by-Step Guide: A clear picture of the entire sales process\, from initial discussions to closing the deal.\n-Beyond the Finish Line: Important considerations for the post-sale period. \nPrivacy: We understand the sensitive nature of this topic. Reminder emails will include instructions for customizing your Zoom name\, and for added security\, only the trainer and their screen will be recorded. Join us and ask any questions you have. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 24th\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nCost: $25.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. \nFor more information: 09/24/25 – So\, You’re Thinking about Selling Your Business
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/so-youre-thinking-about-selling-your-business-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T130000
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CREATED:20250904T161734Z
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UID:47535-1758801600-1758805200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Pinterest - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Heard of Pinterest? Maybe you have already started pinning\, but did you know that Pinterest is actually really helpful for driving traffic to your website? Attend this webinar to learn the benefits of using Pinterest as part of your small business social media strategy. This session aims to cover the “often overlooked” way of using Pinterest in a more “hands on” approach. \nDate: Thursday\, September 25th 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, September 22nd\, 2025 \nFor more information: 09/25/25 – The Power of Pinterest
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/the-power-of-pinterest-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T093000
DTSTAMP:20260506T005541
CREATED:20250910T195109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T195109Z
UID:47686-1759221000-1759224600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Land Access and Beginning Farmers Webinar: Tools and Resources - Online
DESCRIPTION:About: 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 Farmer Center at Iowa State University\, the new land listing page through Practical Farmers of Iowa\, and the Conservation Reserve Program-Transition Incentive Program administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency. \nCost: Free \nWhen: Tuesday\, Sept. 30\, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. \nWhere: Online \nRegister by Monday\, Sept. 29. Click here to register. \nQuestions/assistance with registering: Cynthia Farmer at 402.687.2100 ext. 1034 or cynthiaf@cfra.org \nHosted by: Center for Rural Affairs
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/land-access-and-beginning-farmers-webinar-tools-and-resources-online/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T130000
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UID:47537-1759233600-1759237200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Intro To Patents: An Introduction to Patents and Business Considerations - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION: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.\n-What is a patent?\n-Types of patents\n-The patent application process\n-I got my patent … now what? Post-grant requirements and considerations\n-Business resources \nDate: Tuesday\, September 30th \, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday September 29th\, 2025. \nFor more information: 09/30/25 – Intro To Patents: An Introduction to Patents and Business Considerations
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/intro-to-patents-an-introduction-to-patents-and-business-considerations-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T005541
CREATED:20250904T162243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T162243Z
UID:47539-1759233600-1759237200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Startup and Start Right - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDate: Tuesday\, September 30th 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, September 29th\, 2025 \nFor more information: 09/30/25 – Startup and Start Right
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/startup-and-start-right-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu-3/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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