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• Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Aug. 12, 2016

  Published on August 12, 2016
  With first detection of brown marmorated stink bug nymphs occurring this season in southwest Michigan, fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting for nymphs.

• Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for Aug. 12, 2016

  Published on August 12, 2016
  Traps continue to catch high numbers of spotted wing Drosophila flies. As high risk of infestation continues to be expected, susceptible crops must be protected.

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  Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for Aug. 5, 2016

  Published on August 5, 2016
  First detection of brown marmorated stink bug nymphs this season in southwest Michigan; fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting for nymphs.

• Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for Aug. 5, 2016

  Published on August 5, 2016
  Trap catches continue to remain high, especially near untreated plantings. High risk of infestation continues to be expected; susceptible crops must be protected.

• Keep your eye on your trees

  Published on August 4, 2016
  Checking the trees in your yard for signs of insect damage could help prevent Michigan’s next invasive forest pest.

• Think Environmentally, Plant Responsibly: Three new videos

  Published on August 1, 2016
  Three new videos highlight how gardeners and landscapers can protect and foster the environment through their landscapes.

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  Sea Grant 50th Anniversary: Celebrating the work of our Extension educators

  Published on July 29, 2016
  Katy Hintzen is excited about projects and partnerships developing in the Saginaw Bay area.

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  Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for July 29, 2016

  Published on July 29, 2016
  Fruit and vegetable growers in the southern Lower Peninsula should be scouting for brown marmorated stink bug this season.

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  State releases Part 2 of its official Water Strategy

  Published on July 27, 2016
  Protecting, promoting state’s freshwater resources are key goals.

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  Tiny insects pose huge risk for black walnut trees

  Published on July 20, 2016
  Thousand cankers disease (TCD) is not yet in Michigan but has already been discovered in Ohio and Indiana. This fungal pathogen is responsible for spreading TCD, threatening the widespread health of black walnut trees across Michigan.