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An update on increasing the abundance of samurai wasps for biological control of brown marmorated stink bugs

Published on February 9, 2022
Redistribution efforts of an important natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs show signs of success. Over 27,000 samurai wasps have been reared and released across 34 sites in Michigan and we have a second year of evidence of overwintering success.
It’s never too early to think spring no matter what the groundhog says!

Published on February 4, 2022
Get ready for paddling and learn about invasive species identification and prevention.
MSU research sheds light on Asian chestnut gall wasp in Michigan

Published on February 2, 2022
New bulletin summarizes status of important chestnut pest.
A look below the ice at fish behavior

Published on February 1, 2022
Learn more about lake ecology with Michigan State University Extension’s Introduction to Lakes Online course.
MSU Extension hires new aquatic invasive species prevention educator

Published on January 19, 2022
Kelsey Bockelman works statewide to prevent invasive species and protect Michigan’s waters.
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $19,800 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

Published on December 15, 2021
Seven projects received funding to educate boaters on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying equipment.
Oak wilt prevention starts now

Published on December 14, 2021
Pruning oak trees during the wintertime helps avoid oak wilt infections during the growing season.
Multiple infestations of invasive water garden plants discovered this fall in southeast Michigan

Published on November 24, 2021
Over 3,500 pounds of water lettuce and water hyacinth have been removed by the Lake St. Clair Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy biologists.
Grow your appreciation for Michigan’s inland lakes with the Introduction to Lakes Online course

Published on November 17, 2021
The award-winning inland lakes course will be back in session in January 2022.
MSU student focuses her biology and natural resources career path with internship

Published on October 11, 2021
Fisheries and wildlife student Kailee Pearson worked as a field technician in the Upper Peninsula with the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ wildlife program over the summer.