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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?
“Wild About Conservation” webinar series starts in June

Published on May 16, 2023
People working to conserve land and wildlife each contribute to the resiliency and sustainability of our environment.
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $31,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

Published on May 8, 2023
Thirteen projects receive grant funding to educate boaters and anglers on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment to protect lakes and rivers.
MSU researchers seeking solutions for spotted wing drosophila

Published on April 24, 2023
The invasive fruit fly spotted wing drosophila damages soft-fleshed fruits such as berries and cherries.
MDARD establishes box tree moth quarantine in four southeast Michigan counties

Published on April 14, 2023
New quarantine establishes a regulated area consisting of Lenawee, Washtenaw and sections of Jackson and Monroe counties.
Multi-institutional team of weed scientists helping build genomic resources for agriculture industry, scientific community

Published on April 10, 2023
The International Weed Genomics Consortium is geared toward assembling genomes to combat weed issues in plant agriculture and develop a greater understanding of plant functions.
Lily leaf beetles continue to spread in Michigan

Published on March 14, 2023
Monitor lilies throughout Michigan’s growing season for signs of lily leaf beetle larvae, feeding damage or eggs.
Pretty but problematic: Aquatic plants to avoid

Published on February 17, 2023
Often used in aquariums or garden ponds, these 3 plants can be a problem in the Great Lakes.
A Great Lakes gold rush: Invasion of a costly clam

Published on February 17, 2023
The golden clam was first reported in the Great Lakes region in 2001.