If you missed our first Urban & Community IPM webinar of the year, Pests of Backyard Chickens, don’t fret, we have more for you! Join us every third Thursday of the month from 12:00pm to 1:00pm PT to learn about a wide range of urban pest management topics. This series is free and open to the public but advance registration is required.
2026 Webinars
February 19, 2026 – Diseases and Disorders in Vegetable Gardens
Garden vegetables can be affected by a variety of diseases and abiotic disorders, ranging from powdery mildew to sun scald. But you need to know what’s wrong with your veggies before you can fix the problem. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to identify diseases and disorders and how to manage them. Register Here
March 19, 2026 – The Secret Life of Biopesticides
A simple, practical introduction to biopesticides. Discover what they are, how they’re discovered, and how they work. Then learn where to buy them, and when and how to use them effectively in a home garden as part of a sustainable pest management approach. Register Here
April 16, 2026 – Spring Cleaning: Where Indoor Pests Could Be Hiding
Are you thinking about spring cleaning and how to tackle that pile of junk in the corner or clean out the pantry? You might find pests because they aren’t always found where you would expect. This webinar will go over the common pantry and indoor pests, and some weird places you could encounter pests that you may be aware. Register Here
May 21, 2026 - Test your Pest ID Knowledge
Join us for this fun and interactive session where we will “quiz” attendees on look-alike pests, causes of plant damage, good bug vs. bad bug, weed ID, and more. Register Here
June 18, 2026 - When Composting Goes Rotten
Decomposition is happening around us all the time but sometimes managing our compost piles gets complicated, and we encounter pests and problems. Learn the common mishaps to avoid when composting, as well as how to manage pests when they arrive. Register Here
We encourage you to share these webinars with anyone who may be interested. UC IPM will announce each webinar on our Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky pages, and you are welcome to share these posts with others. Follow us on social media @ucipmurban.
Each webinar is recorded and posted to our YouTube channel for later viewing. To see what topics we’ve covered at past webinars, visit the Urban & Community IPM Webinar website.
Check back soon for the rest of our 2026 webinar schedule!