Workshops, News, and Events
This page contains information about IPM workshops, news, and events, along with the latest Extension publications, videos, and podcasts.
MSU Extension regularly hosts workshops and events throughout the state of Montana. Contact your local Extension office for information about what's happening in your area.
Upcoming Events
Cultivating Healthy Plants series
Webinar series presented by Utah State University Extension, University of Nevada - Reno Extension, Montana State University Extension, and University of Idaho Extension
Pest Friends: An IPM Simulation Game
Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023, 12:00-1:00 PM (Mountain Time)
Speaker: Jason Thomas, Extension Educator at University of Idaho
Description: The Pest Friends board game is a game about integrated pest management. In this presentation, participants will play the game and take on the role of pest managers of a fictitious crop called lunar wheat. How will you respond when you discover new and unusual insect in your field? Join the presentation and find out in this interactive experience.
Registration: Free, but required. Please click here to register.
Credits: one (1) pesticide CEU credit is available.
Montana AgCast
Montana State University Extension presents the Montana AgCast, a podcast series designed for the benefit of the Montana agriculture producer. Hosted by Mat Walter.
In a recent episode, Mat sat down with Extension IPM Specialists Jane Mangold, Tim Seipel, and Noelle Orloff to discuss controlling invasive plants through integrated pest management.
Join in for the latest of a 6-part podcast series that takes a broad look at what IPM means in three different agriculture sectors in Montana, focusing on how it is used across the state by producers and professionals.
MSU Extension on YouTube
Stay up-to-date on the latest IPM video releases by subscribing to the MSU Extension YouTube channel.
Recent Highlights
- Abiotic Issues Affecting Landscape Plants in the Urban Landscape
- Native Bee Habitat for Urban Landscapes
MSU Extension Publications
Find MontGuides, books, magazines, calendars, and more in the Extension store. Recent highlights include:
- A Guide To Diagnosing Non-Target Herbicide Injury on Plants
- Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri) (PDF)
- Pest Management Using Integrated Strategies (PDF)
Montana Ag Live
Montana Ag Live is a regular call-in information broadcast television program dealing with agricultural and gardening issues in Montana. Presented by Montana PBS in association with Montana State University Extension.
Stream Montana Ag Live on the Montana PBS website, or watch the television broadcast Sundays at 6PM on your local PBS station.
Check the MSU Extension Ag Alerts and Urban IPM Alerts pages for the latest Integrated Pest Management news.