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Exotic invasive pests may be more newsworthy, but native pests can also be the cause of damage

Published on December 28, 2017
With so much focus on exotic pests when they move into our forest resources, there is a tendency to overlook damage from native species, such as the sugar maple borer.
Are you gifting an aquarium for the holidays? Make sure to keep nature and your new hobby separate

Published on December 28, 2017
Prevent aquarium animals and plants from invading our waterways by following simple steps.
What happens to my lake water quality monitoring data in a world of big data?

Published on December 18, 2017
Citizen scientists collect valuable information to be used by researchers, policy-makers and natural resources managers.
Alpena students’ project yields more than 1,000 pounds of invasive frogbit

Published on December 6, 2017
First- and fifth-grade students remove invasive species from Great Lakes watershed, clean up along the Thunder Bay River -- and captured it all on film.
MSU prof seeks crowdfunding support for Great Lakes fish diet research

Published on November 29, 2017
You can be a part of this important study by donating to support student researchers analyzing stomach samples from Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.
Oak wilt and other wonders

Published on November 29, 2017
Forests are under constant threat from current pests, and more pests are always on the horizon; forest owners and those interested in forests can help reduce negative impacts by learning about forest health issues.
Canada geese: migration and your shoreline

Published on November 17, 2017
Urban and suburban landscapes with short grass and few predators offer food and protection for Canada geese. Lush lawns along lakes and in golf courses are highly attractive to this bird.
2017 Spotted Wing Drosophila Summit held Nov. 28

Published on November 17, 2017
Participants are invited to join the Spotted Wing Drosophila Summit in-person in Traverse City or online using Zoom.
DNR seeks comments on Lake Michigan Fisheries Management plan

Published on November 15, 2017
November meetings in Manistique, Traverse City, and Grand Haven to share details and solicit input on proposed plan.
Review of spotted wing Drosophila management strategies and product selection diversity

Published on November 13, 2017
Summary and discussion of spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) product selection and management strategy assessment in tart cherry production in west central Michigan.