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Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Sept. 23, 2016

Published on September 23, 2016
Nymph and adult trap counts continue climbing, especially in the southwest and Fruit Ridge production areas. Fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting.
Brown marmorated stink bugs are moving into Michigan homes again

Published on September 22, 2016
What they are, why stink bugs are entering houses, and what you can do about them.
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Sept. 15, 2016

Published on September 16, 2016
Nymphs and adults continue to be captured in traps located in southwest and fruit ridge production areas. Fruit and vegetable growers in southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting.
Losing most of Michigan’s eastern hemlock resource is a real possibility

Published on September 13, 2016
An insect responsible for the loss of much of the eastern United States Appalachian region’s hemlock trees has found its way into Michigan. The hemlock woolly adelgid poses a threat to the state’s valuable hemlock stands. We need a call to action.
Teachers bring Great Lakes science explorations back to school

Published on September 13, 2016
Michigan educators team up with scientists to explore how Great Lakes science stewardship opportunities can enhance student learning.
Sea Grant 50th Anniversary: Celebrating the work of our Extension educators

Published on September 7, 2016
Bringing stakeholders together is an important part of Sea Grant's mission, says Dan O'Keefe.
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Sept. 7, 2016

Published on September 7, 2016
There was an uptick in brown marmorated stink bug nymphs and adults caught in traps this week. Fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting this season.
Students aren't the only ones who learn while on a schoolship

Published on September 6, 2016
Adult chaperones say Great Lakes Education Program is fun, memorable. Sign up now for next session!
AmeriCorps positions offer Extension opportunities for college graduates

Published on September 6, 2016
Deadline is Sept. 30 to apply for one of 30 positions around state.
Great Lakes Education Program gets high marks from teachers

Published on August 31, 2016
Evaluations show classrooms benefit from experience. Next session begins soon!