Simply visit http://bit.ly/ipmwebinars to view one or all of the prerecorded webinars. Viewers can earn up to four pesticide recertification credits. A computer with Internet connectivity, a web browser and speakers are required.
The following webinars are currently available for viewing.
- Introduction to Integrated Pest Management: Learn about the history of pest management, the evolution of IPM and the tenets that define implementation in the field.
- Integrated Pest Management Resources: Learn about IPM resources available from Michigan State University and MSU Extension.
- Entomology 101: In this compact session on insects, learn the vocabulary to help you properly identify insects and better understand the role of insects in the world.
- Plant Pathology 101: This introductory webinar covers the basics of plant pathogens and introduces viewers to some popular control methods.
- Soil Science 101: This webinar highlights the importance of soil characteristics and their potential impacts on agricultural producers.
- Plant Science 101: Learn the basics of plant anatomy and physiology — particularly handy for those who struggle with weed identification.
- Pesticides 101: An introduction to mode of action, pesticide resistance and factors that impact efficacy.
- Insect Scouting in Fruit Crops: This primer offers a fruit-specific module on how insect scouting occurs in the real world.
Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Erin Lizotte at taylo548@msu.edu to make arrangements. Requests will be fulfilled when possible.
This program is supported in part by North Central Region – Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension (NCR-SARE).
For more information, visit the MSU Extension website.