News

Water gardeners beware: Keep nature and your landscape separate

Published on June 27, 2017
Safely add water features to your yard without adding risks to the environment.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for June 20, 2017

Published on June 20, 2017
More spotted wing Drosophila have been caught in monitoring traps, with higher catches at minimally-managed sites in southwest Michigan. Monitor for this pest when crops become susceptible.
Where the wildflowers grew

Published on June 20, 2017
Along the Kiwanis Trail with Adrian College Professor Janet Salzwedel
Using goats to improve forage availability in equine pastures

Published on June 19, 2017
Project investigates the effectiveness of utilizing goats to browse and defoliate invasive plant species to improve forage availability in equine pastures
First spotted wing Drosophila weekly report for 2017

Published on June 6, 2017
Some traps in the network are already capturing SWD flies at low levels. Monitor for this pest when crops are starting to become susceptible.
Spotted wing Drosophila: A serious pest for the home gardener

Published on June 6, 2017
This invasive fly, spotted wing Drosophila, can infest and destroy fruits of many plants in home gardens and landscapes.
Come celebrate the St Mary’s River and Great Lakes Restoration success in the Upper Peninsula!

Published on June 2, 2017
Completion of the Little Rapids Project marks the progress in restoring key St. Mary’s River habitat.
What's the best fish to stock in your Michigan fishing pond?

Published on June 1, 2017
Stocking the wrong species can lead to problems down the road.
Aldo Leopold Festival diversifies tourism opportunities in Upper Penninsula

Published on May 31, 2017
Nature festival activities include birding, hiking, kayaks and more!
Spotted wing Drosophila IPM training available to berry growers

Published on May 30, 2017
Berry growers and consultants are invited to a spotted wing Drosophila systems approach control training on June 5 in Fennville.