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New Name, Familiar Pest: Dealing with Outbreaks of Spongy Moth, Formerly Gypsy Moth - Questions and Answers

Published on April 14, 2022
A spongy moth webinar, part of the NotMISpecies series, aired on April 14, 2022. Viewers submitted questions that have been addressed by the experts who presented the webinar. This document includes the questions and answers, grouped by topic area.
Lead Safety for the Home Gardener

Published on March 18, 2022
Information about lead found in soils, vegetables, water and crops. Learn what is safe and resources available to you.
Lymantria Dispar Aerial Survey

Published on November 5, 2021
Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, aerial survey map for 2021.
Smart Gardening: Identifying the Oaks of Michigan

Published on August 9, 2021
The following guide will help you distinguish between the 10 most common species of oaks in Michigan.
Summer Lawn Care

Published on July 12, 2021
Simple cultural practices through the summer can aid the grass in surviving the stresses of summer.
Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern

Published on November 30, 2020
Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread.
Managing Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs in Homes & Gardens

Published on September 29, 2020
This fact sheet will provide information and advice to Michigan residents for dealing with this relatively new pest.
Poison Ivy in Michigan

Published on May 29, 2020
Along with photos, identification and distribution information, this bulletin discusses the irritant substance urushiol and how to avoid it. The publication ends with nonchemical and chemical control options.
Poison Ivy in Michigan – Toxicodendron radicans and rybergii

Published on May 29, 2020
Along with photos, identification and distribution information, this bulletin (E3438) also discusses the irritant substance urushiol and nonchemical and chemical control options.
USDA Forest Insect & Disease Leaflet 162: Spongy Moth

Published on April 1, 2020
The USDA's Forest Insect and Disease Leaflet (FIDL) 162 provides information about spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, affecting forest trees in the United States.