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Indian pipes: Oddities of the plant world
Published on November 14, 2014
Indian pipes are a plant lacking chlorophyll that hitchhike with native Michigan trees like oaks. -
Harnessing insects for on-farm biological control and nutrient cycling
Published on November 11, 2014
You may have experience with two and four footed livestock but how about livestock with six or no legs? -
Butternut woollyworm: A unique summer pest of walnuts
Published on October 31, 2014
Butternut woollyworms, a type of sawfly not often found in Michigan, have been attacking walnuts in southern Michigan. Control measures may not be necessary this late in the season. -
A day in the life of the permanently grinning Blanding’s Turtle, a Michigan protected species
Published on October 29, 2014
A greater understanding of species’ habitat needs points to the importance of keeping the shoreline natural as a way to promote healthy populations of fish and wildlife species and a healthy ecosystem. -
State of Michigan announces details of the 2014 Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program
Published on October 29, 2014
Funding and technical assistance to prevent, detect, and control terrestrial and aquatic invasive species now available to governmental units, nonprofit organizations and universities planning to go head-to-head with Michigan‘s invasive species. -
Scientists in search of healthy native ash trees in Southeast Michigan and Northwest Ohio counties
Published on October 29, 2014
Researchers looking for survivor trees in wooded areas and forests that were devastated by the emerald ash borer -
Consider site conditions before selecting woody ornamentals based upon their brilliant fall colors
Published on October 24, 2014
Smart gardeners make use of falling leaves to add organic matter back to their lawns or gardens. -
Now is the time to get familiar with resources available from Michigan Natural Features Inventory
Published on October 22, 2014
Multiple data resources created and managed by MNFI can be key to helping those who are actively managing Michigan’s biodiversity and others who simply want to learn more about Michigan’s diverse species. -
Build your own seeded coir logs for use in shoreline restoration? Part 2
Published on October 16, 2014
Seeding instead of plug-planting shorelines could reduce the cost of restoring shorelines. Study looks at the role of peat moss in seed retention and seedling establishment. -
Farm Bill compliance dates announced
Published on October 10, 2014
2014 Farm Bill safety net programs have several compliance dates now being announced by the USDA FSA that farm landowners and tenant operators need to know.