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When it comes to aquatic invasive species, how do we know what we don't know?
Published on August 18, 2022
Gap analysis helps scientists understand what type of research is still needed to help them gain a more complete picture of invasive species' impact on Michigan. -
Alien language: What’s in a (species) name?
Published on August 10, 2022
Part 5: Across many different taxa, there are a number of common names assigned to species that have racist, xenophobic, or other ethically troubling connotations. These names present significant challenges to effective science outreach and education. -
MSU at forefront of sea lamprey eradication efforts
Published on August 8, 2022
Great Lakes Fishery Commission supports new MSU lab to study lamprey biology -
What’s the ‘sitch’ on swimmer’s itch?
Published on August 1, 2022
Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction to a parasitic infection – while it sounds frightening, it’s not nearly as serious as it sounds. -
Online farm stress training is free and open to the public
Published on July 28, 2022
Online course to better equip farmers, their families, and the agricultural community with tools and resources to help in stressful times -
NOAA releases updated climate summaries for all U.S. states. What will happen in Michigan?
Published on July 20, 2022
Forecasted environmental change may cause serious impacts throughout the state and on the Great Lakes water levels and flooding. -
Michigan seafood processors are eligible for additional COVID-19 funds through MDARD
Published on July 19, 2022
Grant funding can be used to cover the activities associated with workplace safety measures, market pivots, retrofitting facilities, transportation, worker housing, and medical costs. -
Drive-by botany: Orange daylily and white sweet-clover
Published on July 19, 2022
Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in early July 2022. -
The GLANSIS Map Explorer: A hub for habitat suitability maps
Published on July 18, 2022
Tool helps scientists study the habitat and food sources an introduced species prefers and predict where a species might spread based on these environmental factors. -
Managing invasive species on your property may feel overwhelming – but your local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) can help.
Published on July 12, 2022
Free webinar July 27 will share identification tips and demonstrate treatment tricks for common invasives including garlic mustard, Japanese knotweed and several invasive shrubs.