News

Great Lakes salmon and trout ID tips for spring fishing

Published on April 19, 2021
Mixed-bag catches are common in nearshore waters, but you might need to look closely to correctly identify your catch.
Keep shorelands clean to protect frogs and toads

Published on April 15, 2021
Frogs and toads are great companions for your yard and garden. They eat pests like beetles, cutworms and slugs and are an important food source for a variety of other animals including herons, mink, foxes and fish.
New GLANSIS research highlights how invasive plants compete

Published on April 7, 2021
By analyzing data researchers can close that knowledge gap by identifying patterns and trends across entire classes and families of organisms: valuable information in a constantly-changing ecosystem like the Great Lakes.
Steelhead declines spur discussion of research and management options

Published on April 6, 2021
The first Steelhead Fishery Workshop addressed questions related to steelhead harvest, bag limits, stocking strategies, and diet.
State of the Great Lakes report highlights need for invasive species control

Published on April 6, 2021
Despite some successes, new species are still being introduced to the Great Lakes.
Watching birds is fun, good for your health - and Michigan's economy, too

Published on March 28, 2021
Michigan Sea Grant's free online video series, Michigan Birding 101, helps beginners learn skills to get started in this fascinating hobby.
Farm stress teletherapy resources expanded to include Michigan’s aquaculture and commercial fishers

Published on March 5, 2021
Michigan fish producers can now engage in online counseling through teletherapy support, thanks to a partnership with Michigan State University Extension and Pine Rest Mental Health Services.
Invasive zebra mussels found hiding in aquarium plants for sale at pet stores

Published on March 5, 2021
Vigilant pet retailers can prevent invasive species from spreading.
Searching for antler sheds can be a fun end of winter pastime

Published on March 4, 2021
Finding deer sheds is a great way to get outside and enjoy the last days of winter while assessing the deer in your area.
MSU-led international research team receives $1 million grant to build multi-disciplinary precision livestock farming network

Published on March 1, 2021
Building a multi-disciplinary livestock farming network is the focus of a new $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Data Science for Food and Agricultural Systems program.