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Support from Project GREEEN helps Enviroweather deliver needed information to Michigan growers

Published on March 27, 2024
For more than two decades, Enviroweather has provided real-time weather information to help make farming decisions — dealing with pests, plant development and natural resources management.
Project GREEEN advancing research on harmful plant insects

Published on February 28, 2024
MSU researchers use Project GREEEN funding to mitigate damage from some of the most destructive insects in Michigan agriculture.
The less traveled pathways for species introduction to the Great Lakes

Published on February 23, 2024
While ballast water has been a major way species have entered the Great Lakes, it hasn't been the only way.
The cloning crayfish conundrum: A threat to the Great Lakes ecosystem

Published on February 23, 2024
While not in the Great Lakes -- yet -- its ability to outcompete native species make the marbled crayfish a significant risk to the Great Lakes.
Foes or food? Foraging for Great Lakes invasive species

Published on February 23, 2024
Many invasive species, from garlic mustard to grass carp, were deliberately introduced to the United States because they were once a valuable food source.
Balancing act: A policy success story in the Great Lakes

Published on February 23, 2024
Implementing the 'swish and spit' method successfully reduced the risk of AIS introductions from transoceanic ballast water.
New climate resiliency program to address long-term plant agriculture challenges in Michigan

Published on February 1, 2024
The Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program is a partnership among MSU, the Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
What the box tree moth quarantine means for Michigan homeowners

Published on December 13, 2023
The box tree moth quarantine has been extended to 12 Michigan counties. Here is what homeowners should know.
We can all help prevent oak wilt

Published on October 30, 2023
Knowing the safest time to prune oaks and understanding more about the disease is the best way to help prevent oak wilt.
University Extension seeks grower feedback on the Fruit Pest and Beneficial Search Tool

Published on October 11, 2023
Fruit growers in the Great Lakes region are invited to participate in a short survey designed to gauge the current use and necessary improvements for the Fruit Pest and Beneficial Search Tool.