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New MSU study shows innovative machine learning techniques more accurately monitor PFAS in Michigan drinking water
Published on August 30, 2023
Researchers sought to create regional models that take into account factors unique to Michigan. -
New Southeast Michigan Sea Grant Extension educators already hard at work
Published on August 17, 2023
Erica Clites and Angela Scapini have been added to the full-time Extension staff at Michigan Sea Grant. -
Top 10 native plants for shorelines that are easy to find
Published on August 14, 2023
These native plants are not hard to locate and can improve your shoreline with their beauty and support of pollinators. -
Found a frog in your food? Don’t let it loose.
Published on August 14, 2023
What to do if you find a stowaway. -
Identifying and managing invasive Eurasian and hybrid watermilfoils in Michigan lakes
Published on August 9, 2023
Some hybrids of this invasive plant are resistant to herbicides, making genetic testing critical for management. -
AgBioResearch scientist develops tools to inform water conservation strategies
Published on August 9, 2023
Glenn O’Neil builds online resources to help ‘bridge the gap’ between scientific research and on-the-ground application -
Local government strategies to protect groundwater
Published on August 3, 2023
Groundwater can, and in some places has already, become contaminated. Local government is best-suited to prevent contamination from occurring with straightforward planning and zoning tools at their disposal. -
RIPPLE partners with Motor City Aquarium Society to host Exotic Fish Surrender Event
Published on August 1, 2023
Do you have aquarium or water garden pets you can no longer care for? Surrender unwanted freshwater fish, crayfish, snails, and plants at the first-ever RIPPLE surrender event August 10 in Warren. -
First-ever Mi Fresh Fish Expo makes a splash on Michigan’s Capitol lawn
Published on June 30, 2023
More than 500 Michiganders spent day celebrating, learning about state’s aquaculture and commercial fishing industries. -
Invasive yellow floating heart: A previously popular water garden plant causes problems in Michigan’s lakes and ponds
Published on June 28, 2023
The invasive yellow floating heart was once common in water gardens across Michigan, but has been a prohibited plant in Michigan for over a decade.