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
Crop and Pest Management School 2026
The Crop and Pest Management School (CPMS) will be held January 14-15, 2026, at the MSU Billings Strand Union Building and will present accurate information designed to update participants on areas of new and proven agricultural techniques and emphasize sustainable management systems. Participants will learn to recognize the damage caused by pests and to integrate management methods in decision making. Click here for more information and a full agenda!
Cultivating Healthy Plants Webinar Series Continues November 20th!
Webinar series presented by University of Idaho Extension, Utah State University Extension, University of Nevada - Reno Extension, and Montana State University Extension.
Houseplant Diagnostics
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025, 12 noon (Mountain Time), 11 am (Pacific Time)
Speaker: Megan Andrews, University of Nevada-Reno
Megan Andrews is the Commercial Horticulture Program Coordinator at the University of Nevada Reno Extension. She received both her undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Entomology from Michigan State University and has a passion for indoor plants, particularly tropical plants.
Description: Decipher the mystery of yellow leaves, droopy stems, and crispy tips on indoor plants and how to prevent these maladies. This webinar will identify the most common insect and disease pests, and provide the skills you need to keep your green friends in tip-top shape..
Registration: Free, but required; click here to register.
Pesticide Applicator Credits: One pesticide CEU credit is available for LIVE broadcast only.
Past Webinars: All webinars are recorded and can be accessed here.
UPCOMING CHP WEBINARS
- Thursday, December 11 – Emerald Ash Borer in the West, Chloe Rice, Montana State University and Dr. Clif Sadof, Purdue University, for a 2-hour workshop (12 noon – 2 pm MT)
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.
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: