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Invasive plant and animal species pose an enormous threat to Michigan’s biodiversity and economic well-being. MSU Extension provides educational resources to identify, assess and control invasive species throughout the state.

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  • Online tool identifies areas where people in Michigan are at greatest risk from harmful algal blooms (HABs)

    Published on June 20, 2023
    Some algal blooms contain toxins that can be harmful to animals or humans.

  • Educational packaging coming to a local pet and pond retailer near you

    Published on June 15, 2023
    The RIPPLE program reminds pond and aquarium keepers to be responsible owners and never release unwanted plants or pets into waterways.

  • The long lived benefits of trees

    Published on June 15, 2023
    Trees provide valuable lake habitat long after their lives on land have ended.

  • Reduce, recycle and reuse to decrease climate change

    Published on June 14, 2023
    More energy conservation could affect the occurrence of major storms and hurricanes.

  • Stop the Cray – Drink Away! A look inside a new collaboration for invasive species education

    Published on June 8, 2023
    MSU Extension and Trail Point Brewing Co. have joined forces to spread awareness of troublesome aquatic invasive species through a new innovative outreach and education event this summer.

  • James Averill named MSU AgBioResearch assistant director

    Published on June 7, 2023
    The Michigan agriculture leader begins his new role July 1.

  • MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days this summer

    Published on June 6, 2023
    The public is invited to learn about research and programming that impact Michigan food and natural resources

  • Beech leaf disease: A new risk to Michigan beech trees

    Published on May 24, 2023
    Changes in leaf color and decline in tree health appear in trees infected with beech leaf disease.

  • A guide to aphids that feed on garlic mustard in Michigan

    Published on May 17, 2023
    Can these tiny insects help in the fight against invasive plants?

  • Village of Cassopolis is FIT for action

    Published on May 16, 2023
    MSU Extension's First Impressions for Tourism (FIT) assessment program provides communities with valuable feedback that can be turned into action.

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