MSU PEP 2020 Webinar Series
The MSU PEP 2020 Webinar Series is an opportunity for Montana private applicators, as well as other pesticide applicators, to attend short education events offered online available for one to three pesticide education credits.
Attendee Requirements
Attendees must have access to a computer or device connected to the internet (not a phone). Video capabilities are not necessary. Attendees will need to answer polls or Q and A in order to confirm attendance at least every 30 minutes. You must attend the entire event to receive credits. Please have your pesticide license number available during the event as you will need to enter it to receive credits.
WebEx and Registration Instructions
Please register in advance at the links provided below. You can register for all webinars at once. You will be sent emails on how to join each webinar prior to the event. It is helpful to view the WebEx Join Meeting Instructions in advance to make sure your computer is setup to join the webinar.
November 12: Pesticide Fate in the Environment
Date: November 12, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Registration:
Event Fee: Free
Agenda:
- 2:00 - 3:00 pm: Pesticide Fate in the Environment, Amy Bowser, MSU Extension Pesticide Education Technician
This presentation will discuss what happens to a pesticide once it is applied. Pesticide properties will be covered and how they influence how a pesticide moves and breaks down in the environment. Additionally, issues of concern will be discussed including sensitive sites, drift, pesticide carryover, and pollinators.
December 8: MSU PEP Pesticide Workshop
Meeting Link: Join meeting from this link (Meeting #: 120 148 7774; password: EuUqfPmT537). Please join meeting at least 10 minutes early and be aware of attendance checks in order to get credits.
Date: December 8, 2020
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Registration: Please email Amy Bowser at amy.bowser@montana.edu
Event Fee: Free
Agenda:
- 1:00 - 2:00 pm: Managing Leafy Spurge, Dr. Jane Mangold, MSU Extension Invasive Plant Specialist
Dr. Mangold will discuss integrated pest management methods for dealing with leafy spurge including chemical and non-chemical methods.
- 2:00 - 3:00 pm: Managing Alfalfa Weevil, Dr. Cecil Tharp, MSU Extension Pesticide Education Specialist
Dr. Tharp will discuss integrated pest management options for alfalfa weevil in Montana including chemical and non-chemical options.
- 3:00 - 4:00 pm: Understanding Drift and Mitigation Strategies, Amy Bowser, MSU Extension Pesticide Education Technician
Mrs. Bowser will discuss what pesticide drift is, when it occurs and how Montana pesticide applicators can reduce drift when applying pesticides.
December 10: Why isn't my pesticide working?
Meeting Link: Join meeting from this link (Meeting #: 120 573 7490; password: J4Fdh8QrJP2). Please join meeting at least 10 minutes early and be aware of attendance checks in order to get credits.
Date: December 10, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Registration: Please email Amy Bowser at amy.bowser@montana.edu.
Event Fee: Free
Agenda:
- 2:00 - 3:00 pm: Why isn't my pesticide working?, Dr. Cecil Tharp, MSU Extension Pesticide Education Specialist
This presentation will discuss the variety of issues with pesticides that do not work as intended. This includes factors such as proper calibration, use of surfactants, importance of environmental conditions, water quality issues, timing and reading and following the pesticide product label.