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 December 11th!
Webinar series presented by University of Idaho Extension, Utah State University Extension, University of Nevada - Reno Extension, and Montana State University Extension.
Emerald Ash Borere in the West
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 12 noon (Mountain Time), 11 am (Pacific Time)
Length: Two hours
Speakers: Kadie Britt, Colorado State University
Dr. Kadie Britt has been the IPM Program Manager at Colorado State University since 2024. She earned her PhD in entomology from Virginia Tech and recently completed a postdoc with the University of California. At CSU, Kadie is leading a multi-state effort funded by the Western IPM Center to raise awareness of EAB.
The EAB project website lists all collaborators and more information about emerald ash borer.
Cliff Sadof, Purdue University
Dr. Clifford Sadof is a retired Professor of Entomology at Purdue University where he has conducted extensive work on the management and outreach of emerald ash borer, contributing significantly to national efforts to mitigate its impact on urban and natural forests.
Description: Emerald ash borer (EAB) is considered the most destructive forest pest the U.S. has ever faced. In the West, it occurs in Colorado and Oregon, and is likely to continue spreading. This 2-hour webinar will begin with an update of this pest in the west by Dr. Kadie Britt followed by a presentation by Dr. Clifford Sadof, covering the staggering efforts conducted in the eastern U.S. to combat this pest.
Registration: Free, but required; click here to register.
Pesticide Applicator Credits: Two pesticide CEU credits are available for LIVE broadcast only.
ISA Credits: Available for certain states.
Past Webinars: All webinars are recorded and can be accessed here.
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: