MSU Extension Invasive Species

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  Foes or food? Foraging for Great Lakes invasive species

  Published on February 23, 2024
  Many invasive species, from garlic mustard to grass carp, were deliberately introduced to the United States because they were once a valuable food source.

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  The less traveled pathways for species introduction to the Great Lakes

  Published on February 23, 2024
  While ballast water has been a major way species have entered the Great Lakes, it hasn't been the only way.

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  Balancing act: A policy success story in the Great Lakes

  Published on February 23, 2024
  Implementing the 'swish and spit' method successfully reduced the risk of AIS introductions from transoceanic ballast water.

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  The cloning crayfish conundrum: A threat to the Great Lakes ecosystem

  Published on February 23, 2024
  While not in the Great Lakes -- yet -- its ability to outcompete native species make the marbled crayfish a significant risk to the Great Lakes.

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  New climate resiliency program to address long-term plant agriculture challenges in Michigan

  Published on February 1, 2024
  The Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program is a partnership among MSU, the Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

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  What the box tree moth quarantine means for Michigan homeowners

  Published on December 13, 2023
  The box tree moth quarantine has been extended to 12 Michigan counties. Here is what homeowners should know.

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  We can all help prevent oak wilt

  Published on October 30, 2023
  Knowing the safest time to prune oaks and understanding more about the disease is the best way to help prevent oak wilt.

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  University Extension seeks grower feedback on the Fruit Pest and Beneficial Search Tool

  Published on October 11, 2023
  Fruit growers in the Great Lakes region are invited to participate in a short survey designed to gauge the current use and necessary improvements for the Fruit Pest and Beneficial Search Tool.

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  Invasive hydrilla, a “monster aquatic weed,” discovered for the first time in Michigan waters

  Published on October 3, 2023
  Here’s how to prevent the spread of invasive hydrilla.

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  MSU research shows emerald ash borer threatening tree species vital to Indigenous cultures

  Published on September 19, 2023
  Findings were published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment