MU Extension in Jefferson County

06/05/2026

Join the FREE COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) training on June 17 at 12 PM via Zoom! Learn practical skills for talking with friends, neighbors, and community members about emotional and mental well-being, and gain confidence in having supportive conversations when they matter most.
June 17, 2026 | 12 PM
Virtual via Zoom
Free
Contact: Sarah Barks:([email protected]) or
Emily Poncher :([email protected])

Event information for Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory - June 17, 2026

06/05/2026

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. We will re-open on Monday, June 22nd at 8:30am.

06/05/2026

Ready to make this your most active summer yet?

Join the 100 Miles, 100 Days Challenge and move your way to 100 miles between June 16 and Sept. 24. Walk, run, bike or dance, every mile counts.

Track your progress, climb the leaderboard and help your county compete for bragging rights.

This free, virtual program is open to all ages and abilities, making it easy to get moving and stay motivated.

Register today and get ready to move.
https://brnw.ch/21x37Ag

06/05/2026

Get Ready.... Get Set.....Let's move, roll, ride, or run your way to 100 miles!
The 100 Miles, 100 Days Challenge is back, and it’s your chance to move, roll, ride, or run your way to 100 miles.
June 16th to September 24th - Register at the link below for instructions and prepare for the start .

Event information for 2026 100 Miles, 100 Days

06/04/2026

For some Missouri seniors, this program is one of the few times each year they can access fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables.

Through a partnership between MU Extension and the Missouri Department of Agriculture, the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program supports healthy aging, improves nutrition and strengthens local food systems.

Since 2020, MU Extension in the Urban West region has partnered with 40 Kansas City-area organizations to distribute more than $155,000 in benefits to eligible seniors. The program supports local farmers and helps improve the health and well-being of Missourians.

Get details about the program and learn how to apply: https://brnw.ch/21x362j

06/03/2026

Jefferson County Extension Council
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Jefferson County Extension Center 301 3rd Street, Hillsboro, MO
Open Meeting of the Jefferson County Extension Council: 7:00 p.m.

AGENDA

7:00 pm Call to Order

Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call
Introduction of Guests & Attendees

Approval of Agenda

7:05 pm Officer Reports
• Secretary – Minutes
• Treasurer - Financials

7:15 pm Featured Speaker: Paisley Epple,
President, Jefferson County Pro-Farmer 4-H Club

7:35 pm Committee Reports & Group Discussions
• Personnel Committee Meeting
• Engagement Roundtable – recruiting project volunteers
• Volunteers for County Fair Breakfast
• Finance Committee/Fiscal Year County Budget

7:50 pm Old Business
• Council Vacancies
• Copier contract (Expiring in Aug)
• Regional Advocacy training Tue, Jun 16 5:30 pm

8:00 pm New Business
• Youth Award renewal – Belt Buckle
• County Fair Breakfast Budget
• Courtyard Garden Upkeep
• Post Office Box

Community Announcements

Est: 8:30 pm Vote to Adjourn

06/03/2026

Unpack the essentials for well-being - one small step at a time

Taking care of both your body and mind are essential for overall health. Learn simple steps for prioritizing your well-being. Sharing this message from the American Public Health Association.

Unpack our essentials for coping with mental stress on the farm, https://bit.ly/3UOMwK6 👇
Show-Me Strong Farm Families

06/03/2026

Frequent rain and cooler-than-normal temperatures this spring are creating ideal conditions for tar spot in Missouri cornfields.

The disease has shown up in June in recent years and is expected again in 2026, so early scouting and continued monitoring are key.

Tar spot, caused by a fungus that survives in crop residue, appears as small, raised black spots on leaves and can spread quickly under favorable conditions. While it can impact yield, MU Extension plant pathologists say there’s no need to panic.

Finding the disease in June doesn't automatically mean a fungicide application is needed. Continue monitoring how quickly it spreads, where symptoms are appearing in the canopy, disease severity and upcoming weather conditions before making management decisions.

Get additional information: https://brnw.ch/21x33VM

06/02/2026

Missouri was the nation’s 18th-largest state in 2025, with a population of 6.27 million. From 2024 to 2025 the state gained more than 27,000 residents, an annual growth rate of 0.4%.

Population change reflects natural change (births minus deaths) and migration. From 2020 to 2025 Missouri’s population rose by about 115,000, or 1.9%. During that period the state experienced a natural decrease—deaths outnumbered births by more than 12,000—but that loss was more than offset by migration: roughly 70,000 international migrants and 57,000 domestic migrants moved to Missouri.

Read the full Missouri Economy Indicators brief. Link in the comments.

06/01/2026

Pollinators are disappearing and it impacts ecosystems and food supplies. Watch to learn what’s driving the decline and simple actions you can take to help.

If you’re going to be in Columbia area on June 13, make plans to attend the 9th Annual Butterfly Festival at Jefferson Farm and Garden to explore pollinators up close and discover ways to make a difference.

Read about how to protect the pollinator population: https://brnw.ch/21x30aA