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Teachers can take to the sea with NOAA

Published on November 1, 2017
For more than 25 years, teachers have traveled aboard NOAA research vessels around the world through the NOAA Teacher at Sea Program. Applications for 2018 are now being accepted!
Understanding the role of oxygen in our lakes and ponds

Published on October 23, 2017
Warm weather, fertilizers, and excessive plant growth can decrease the oxygen levels in our lakes, rivers, and ponds.
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.
Susceptibility of commercial Michigan plum cultivars to spotted wing Drosophila

Published on September 27, 2017
Based on our most recent survey of spotted wing Drosophila (SWD) susceptibility in Michigan peach cultivars, we have new information for growers on cultivar susceptibility and management strategies.
Do growers have to manage for spotted wing Drosophila in processing peaches?

Published on September 27, 2017
We have demonstrated that processing peaches are not a preferred host for spotted wing Drosophila (SWD), and are now able to answer several common questions about SWD concerns in this crop.
Resources on hemlock woolly adelgid

Published on September 26, 2017
Two videos and three bulletins provide commercial industry and homeowners with new resources on hemlock woolly adelgid.
Why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or business

Published on September 18, 2017
September 2017 update on why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network.
Plant Species Race Against Climate Change discussion to be held in Hickory Corners

Published on September 15, 2017
Learn about the race for survival between native and invasive plant species from Michigan State University associate professor Dr. Jen Lau on Oct. 9.
How gentle volunteer recruitment efforts can yield astonishing results

Published on September 11, 2017
Employ “paying it forward” in outreach efforts to stimulate organizational growth.
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Sept. 6, 2017

Published on September 6, 2017
Fruit and vegetable growers across the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting and, in some cases, actively managing for brown marmorated stink bug this season.