News
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MSU researcher receives $454,000 grant to evaluate forest resilience, recovery from wildfires
Published on July 6, 2020
MSU fire ecologist Jessica Miesel is leading a team that received a $454,000 grant from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to explore the ability of forests to be resilient and recover from forest fires.
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Keep your woods healthy for tomorrow
Published on June 17, 2020
Forest owners have a new tool to identify and address threats to their own forest’s long-term health.
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MSU Extension launches new Wild About Backyard Conservation webinar series
Published on June 8, 2020
Explore ways your backyard can protect and promote wildlife and clean water with MSU Extension experts.
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Gypsy moth caterpillars are out and about
Published on June 1, 2020
Oaks and many other trees are likely to be defoliated by gypsy moth this summer in many areas of Lower Michigan.
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What’s all the excitement about cicadas?
Published on May 28, 2020
After spending many years underground, these insects have a coordinated emergence and a loud song that can’t be ignored.
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Standing dead trees
Published on April 16, 2020
Michigan has large volumes of standing dead trees. The distribution varies among species, sizes, and geographically around the state. These stories speak volumes about how these resources are valued.
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Worried about oak wilt?
Published on April 6, 2020
Remember the no prune dates of April 15 – July 15 to reduce the chance of oak wilt infection and spread.
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Signature Trees Species
Published on March 16, 2020
Forest types are largely defined by the dominant tree species within the canopy of a stand. However, the under-story regeneration often varies, sometimes suggesting long-term forest type changes.
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Online program addresses woodlot management on Michigan farms
Published on March 3, 2020
Many Michigan farms include a significant woodlot. Good management can improve your woodlot’s productivity and value.
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The forest standard time
Published on March 2, 2020
Tree growth and forest growth possess an element of time. Humans are often faster-paced and place more emphasis on short-term perceptions. This asynchrony masks a range of benefits.
