News
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When it comes to water resources, can one person make a difference?
Published on November 21, 2017
Whether working alone or working with others, taking action can help your local watershed. -
DNR seeks comments on Lake Michigan Fisheries Management plan
Published on November 15, 2017
November meetings in Manistique, Traverse City, and Grand Haven to share details and solicit input on proposed plan. -
Are Great Lakes water levels headed up in 2018?
Published on November 13, 2017
November forecast suggests higher levels heading into next year. -
MSU Extension Key Partner Award honors the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments
Published on November 10, 2017
Regional planning partnership organization's work enhances many different Extension programs. -
MSU professor provides expert testimony on fisheries science for U.S. Congress
Published on November 7, 2017
Sea lamprey control and Lake Erie perch, walleye fisheries highlighted as positive examples from Great Lakes region. -
New partnership will update, enhance important Great Lakes database on non-native species
Published on November 3, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant's Dr. Rochelle Sturtevant to be program manager at GLANSIS. -
Sea Grant report on Asian carp includes educational resources
Published on November 3, 2017
Great Lakes conservation groups will find a wealth of resources in this new publication. -
Teachers can take to the sea with NOAA
Published on November 1, 2017
For more than 25 years, teachers have traveled aboard NOAA research vessels around the world through the NOAA Teacher at Sea Program. Applications for 2018 are now being accepted! -
Helping small communities dream big for the future
Published on October 1, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant’s Sustainable Small Harbors Project has enabled six communities with public harbors to do in-depth self-assessments. -
Growing aquaculture industry offers opportunities for youth, job development
Published on October 1, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant Extension helps facilitate aquaculture programs for high school students. -
Fishing for the latest in research, trends, lake management at Great Lakes Fishery workshops
Published on October 1, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant Extension holds workshops to discuss research findings, lake management updates and fishing trends. -
October is Seafood Month - time to enjoy some fish from the Great Lakes!
Published on September 17, 2017
Michigan fish producers offer a wide variety of products for consumers. -
Great Lakes' levels for Michigan and Huron have peaked for 2017
Published on September 5, 2017
Seasonal decline begins - lakes will lose more than a trillion gallons of water. -
Experience Fishtown during Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Conference
Published on August 24, 2017
Event aims to connect fisheries heritage interests across Michigan; exploring opportunities to better connect and share stories, exhibits, experiences. -
Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement commitment plan open for public comment
Published on August 24, 2017
Every voice is an important voice. Take this opportunity to weigh in on the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement action plan for phosphorous reduction in Lake Erie. -
AFDO/Seafood Alliance HACCP Training Course to be held in December at casino
Published on August 24, 2017
Commercial fish processors, staff encouraged to take class if not certified. -
Lake Michigan’s charter fishing industry is … remarkably stable
Published on August 23, 2017
It doesn’t make for sensational headlines, but charter fishing has been a consistent part of coastal tourism despite recent ups and downs in fishing success. -
Lake Michigan kings are back — but why?
Published on August 23, 2017
After the gloom-and-doom of 2016, anglers are gearing up for a much better run of salmon in 2017. Recent trends in the fishery suggest that ups and downs may be the new norm if prey populations do not stabilize. -
Students team up with Michigan Sea Grant to protect native fish
Published on August 15, 2017
A threatened fish called the River Redhorse is the latest subject of the Native Fish Heroes poster series. -
New video shows anglers how to remove stomachs for fish diet study
Published on August 9, 2017
Researchers are trying to learn more about what trout, salmon, and walleye are eating in lakes Huron and Michigan. Anglers can help by donating stomachs from their catch.