Resources

Smart Shorelands: Prevent the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species

Published on January 4, 2024
Smart Gardening tip sheet on how to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
A Tale of Two Invaders: Tree of Heaven and Spotted Lanternfly

Published on October 2, 2023
Locating and managing tree of heaven is a key aspect of dealing with spotted lanternfly and reducing the impacts of this invader in North America.
Spotted lanternfly: New pest alert for Michigan tree fruit growers

Published on March 1, 2023
Spotted lanternfly (SLF) is a new invasive pest to Michigan, and we are asking all growers to be on the lookout for this important new pest.
Identifying and managing invasive Eurasian and hybrid watermilfoils in Michigan lakes: A response to differential sensitivity to herbicides

Published on December 19, 2022
Knowledge of what strain(s) of watermilfoil are present in a lake is very important when developing a management plan that includes control with herbicides.
Spotted Lanternfly Biology

Published on August 26, 2022
A new invasive insect pest has arrived in Michigan. Learn about the biology of the spotted lanternfly, including its hosts and impacts, and how it spreads.
RIPPLE invasive aquatic plant brochure

Published on August 11, 2022
This brochure highlights some of Michigan’s regulated aquatic plants that are prohibited or restricted from sale due to their invasive potential.
RIPPLE invasive fish brochure

Published on August 11, 2022
This brochure highlights some of Michigan’s regulated fish species that are prohibited or restricted from sale due to their invasive potential.
RIPPLE invasive crayfish brochure

Published on August 11, 2022
This brochure highlights Michigan’s regulated crayfish species that are prohibited or restricted from sale due to their invasive potential.
Identification Guide to Boxwood and its Lookalikes

Published on May 12, 2022
This guide will help you identify boxwoods as well as similar-looking plants so that you can tell the difference between them.
Using Bands to Protect Shade Trees from Spongy Moth

Published on May 4, 2022
Hiding bands and barrier bands can help protect individual shade trees from spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth.