The Association of Applied IPM Ecologists will hold its annual conference on February 5 and 6, 2026, in Modesto, California. The event is set to take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Modesto, located at 1150 9th Street.
According to the organizers, the conference will bring together professionals working in integrated pest management (IPM), researchers, and pest control advisors for two days of presentations and discussions about current challenges in pest management. The program includes expert speakers addressing topics such as insect pest and disease management, orchard and nutrient management. There will also be interactive roundtable sessions focused on specific crops and real-world pest issues.
Attendees can earn up to 15 Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) continuing education units (CEUs) and 13 Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) CEUs; five hours are still pending approval. More information about registration is available on the conference registration page. Details about the event can be found on the event details page, while a full agenda is posted here.
The organizers invite those interested in applied IPM strategies to participate in what they describe as a conversation shaping the future of pest management.
