Welcome to UC IPM's Urban & Community Webinar Series!
Join us at noon on the third Thursday of every month to learn about pest identification, prevention, and management around the home, garden, and landscape.
This series is free and open to the public but advance registration is required. Please share with others who may be interested. No continuing education units (CEUs) are available to licensed professionals. Master Gardeners should check with their program coordinator about credits.
All webinars will be recorded and posted to our YouTube channel.
Upcoming Webinars
March 21, 2024 - Insect Egg Identification (Easter egg hunt!)
What are those weird eggs you found? This webinar will cover different types of insect eggs you might encounter in the garden and landscape—are they pests, beneficials, or just interesting visitors?
April 18, 2024 - Mosquitoes & Ticks of Public Health Concern
Mosquitoes and ticks are important vectors that can spread diseases and threaten public health. In this webinar you will learn about the health risks these pests pose, how you can manage them and protect yourself, and how Mosquito & Vector Control Districts in California are preparing for new threats like invasive mosquitoes.
May 16, 2024 - Moles, Voles, and Gophers!
Burrowing rodents like moles, voles, and gophers can wreak havoc in the garden and landscape. This webinar will discuss how best to manage these pests.
June 20, 2024 - Flea Control & Diseases: Starting from Scratch
Fleas are small but mighty insects that are important medical and veterinary pests. They can vector pathogens and parasites, and their bites cause discomfort and irritation. In this webinar you’ll learn how to keep yourself and pets safe from fleas and flea-borne diseases.
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Visit the UC IPM website for more information on pest management in and around homes, gardens, and landscapes.