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Young citizen scientists use iPads to combat invasive species

Published on October 21, 2015
4-H Tech Wizards map invasive plants in Bay County.
Students promote Lake Huron biodiversity during Charity Island excursion

Published on October 13, 2015
Au Gres-Sims elementary students team up with Great Lakes scientists to monitor threatened pitcher’s thistle and invasive phragmites plant populations on Charity Island.
Swede midge biology and management

Published on October 12, 2015
Swede midge, an invasive pest of cole crops, has been discovered in Michigan, presenting a new management challenge where present.
For sake of forest health it's best not to move firewood

Published on October 5, 2015
Michigan State University Extension recommends that firewood should not be transported long distances to be sure forests pests are not unintentionally spread to new areas of the state.
Clean Marina program celebrates 10 years of reducing pollution risks to Great Lakes

Published on October 2, 2015
Participating marinas implement best stewardship practices, improve water quality.
New program being explored to minimize risk of invasive species in aquaculture, baitfish industries

Published on September 30, 2015
Assessment of individual operations can reduce risk of spreading AIS and safeguard businesses’ economies.
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila summary report for 2015

Published on September 29, 2015
A summary of the spotted wing Drosophila monitoring network reports for the 2015 season.
The link between climate change and the spread of invasive species

Published on September 25, 2015
Highly adaptable non-native plants have a competitive edge in a changing climate.
Microplastics, lake ecology, beach safety and more on tap at October conference

Published on September 18, 2015
Traverse City to host top experts at State of Lake Michigan event.
Clear lakes, happy swimming

Published on September 17, 2015
One action 1.4 million Michigan homeowners can do to reduce nuisance aquatic plants.