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.
Check the MSU Extension Ag Alerts and Urban IPM Alerts pages for the latest Integrated Pest Management news.
Upcoming Events
Cultivating Healthy Plants Webinar Series Continues January 23rd!
Webinar series presented by University of Idaho Extension, Utah State University Extension, University of Nevada - Reno Extension, and Montana State University Extension.
"Introduction to Cover Crops for Gardens and Small Farms" - January 23rd CHP Webinar
This month, Mair Murray, IPM Specialist, USU and Katie Wagner, Horticulture Professor,
Salt Lake County Extension, will be giving a webinar entitled "Introduction to Cover
Crops for Gardens and Small Farms."
Date: Thursday, January 23rd, 11 a.m. (Pacific Time)/12 noon (Mountain Time)
Description: Cover crops are a powerful addition to the farm or garden to improve soil health,
attract pollinators and beneficial organisms, and reduce pest damage. If you are interested
in or just starting with cover crops on a small scale, this presentation is for you.
Learn about basic cover cropping information including cover crop benefits, plant
timing options, termination, and example species that suit your purpose.
Registration: Free, but required. Register Here.
Save the Date for Upcoming Webinars:
February 6th - A Guide to the New Era of Grasshoppers in the West, Dr. Silvia Rondon
Previously recorded webinars can be found in the links on the IPM Multimedia page.
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
MSU Extension Publications
Find MontGuides, books, magazines, calendars, and more in the Extension store. Recent highlights include:
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.