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How-to guide: Larval sampling in cherries to determine spotted wing drosophila infestation

Published on June 27, 2025
New video provides instructions on a quick and easy method for detecting drosophila larvae in your cherry fruits.
Safeguard against spreading the invasive box tree moth

Published on June 23, 2025
Have you noticed heavy box tree moth damage on your boxwoods this season? Here's what you need to know about safely disposing of infested plants.
From flip-flops to fieldwork: Help map Michigan’s aquatic invasive species one photo at a time

Published on June 23, 2025
Join the Michigan Clean Water Corps for an Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Blitz beginning June 28 through July 6, 2025.
Granting change: Small grants empowering Michigan communities

Published on June 6, 2025
The Clean Boats, Clean Waters program awards $35,000 to twelve conservation groups to educate and empower their local communities in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species, while actively engaging with boaters and anglers.
Learn to identify native and invasive aquatic plants with hands-on training

Published on June 5, 2025
Summer sessions available on plant identification and kayak safety through Michigan Sea Grant's MI Paddle Stewards program.
Drive-by botany: Eastern redbud and garlic mustard

Published on May 19, 2025
Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in early May 2025.
Box tree moth quarantine covers 13 southern Michigan counties

Published on May 15, 2025
The regulated area for box tree moth includes 13 southeast and central Michigan counties: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland, Jackson, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, Monroe, Macomb and St. Clair.
Updated box tree moth quarantine and compliance agreement for shipping out of the quarantine counties

Published on May 8, 2025
The updated compliance agreement allows businesses seven days longer to apply insecticide treatments to comply with Michigan’s box tree moth interior quarantine.
Great Lakes Water Life database features native flora and fauna across the basin

Published on May 6, 2025
The Great Lakes Water Life (GLWL) hosts a broad range of ecological information and tools for use by environmental researchers and the public.
Identifying native and invasive aquatic plants can be easy with a phone app

Published on May 6, 2025
After collecting information, reporting and sharing it will help add to the knowledge of plant life in Michigan’s lakes.