MSU Extension Invasive Species

News

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  26th annual Great Lakes Conference at MSU to address Michigan’s water heritage

  Published on January 29, 2016
  “The Great Lakes: Michigan's Water Heritage” conference to focus on state’s draft 30-Year Water Strategy as well as current issues, opportunities and challenges.

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  Progress made in addressing Asian chestnut gall wasp

  Published on January 28, 2016
  Permits to combat the Asian chestnut gall wasp through classical biological control have been issued to Michigan on state and federal levels.

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  Exploring place-based education from the student perspective

  Published on January 13, 2016
  Michigan Sea Grant and NE MI GLSI share a new report that explores place-based education from the perspective of the students involved.

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  Site selection is important when planting tree seedlings

  Published on December 30, 2015
  Several variables need to be considered when scouting for locations to plant tree seedlings. Soil conditions along with moisture availability, slope, aspect and light availability are among the conditions to factor into the decision making process.

• Habitat provided by eastern hemlock forests may be in jeopardy

  Published on December 29, 2015
  The hemlock woolly adelgid is an invasive forest pest that threatens to establish itself in Michigan’s hemlock forests.

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  Museum explores west Michigan’s fisheries heritage

  Published on December 28, 2015
  A new exhibit at Tri-Cities Historical Museum in Grand Haven looks at Lake Michigan commercial fishing stories and changes in the industry through the years.

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  2015 State of the Strait conference offers ideas for future work

  Published on December 23, 2015
  Scientists, educators and environmental advocates discuss science and data in the St. Clair-Detroit River System.

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  Michigan Sea Grant Extension names Elliot Nelson to new position in the eastern Upper Peninsula

  Published on December 21, 2015
  Elliot Nelson, an Upper Peninsula native, has been chosen to fill a new Michigan Sea Grant Extension educator position in the eastern U.P. He will begin his new position in May 2016.

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  Detention Pond guidebook offers private owners advice on proper maintenance

  Published on December 17, 2015
  Reducing the impacts of pollutants and stormwater on local streams resulting from increased development is key to protecting Michigan’s water resources.

• A few Bah-Hum-“Bugs” amidst your holiday cheer

  Published on December 14, 2015
  The holiday season is full of traditions, many which involve the use of plants that are used for decoration, such as trees and wreaths.