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  Pretty but problematic: Aquatic plants to avoid

  Published on February 17, 2023
  Often used in aquariums or garden ponds, these 3 plants can be a problem in the Great Lakes.

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  The too-common reed? Invasive phragmites can cause serious environmental problems

  Published on February 17, 2023
  Native phragmites is also common across the Great Lakes, but it can help the environment. It’s important to know the difference between the two species.

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  No silver lining: Invasive goldfish in the Great Lakes

  Published on February 16, 2023
  Seeing an orange-colored goldfish in your local lake is actually a sign of bad luck for native fish and plants.

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  Don't miss the Steelhead Made Simple seminar at the Grand Rapids Ultimate Sport Show

  Published on February 15, 2023
  Get started on the right foot with expert advice on steelhead fishing at West Michigan show in March.

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  Project seeks to find solutions to reduce flooding in Ecorse Creek watershed

  Published on February 6, 2023
  Residents asked to take online survey, attend community meetings to share input on potential restoration projects.

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  How often do Michiganders eat fish?

  Published on January 24, 2023
  Michigan consumer survey offers insight about seafood consumption.

• Engaging communities or working in partnership with others?

  Published on December 31, 2022
  Effective community engagement is needed for addressing human health outcomes, community resiliency, and sustainable use of the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers.

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  Aquaculture literacy and education provides an international perspective

  Published on December 31, 2022
  Extension educators enjoy adventure to Indonesian fish farms.

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  MSU graduate student, Alexandra Benitez-Gonzalez, highlighted by National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

  Published on December 31, 2022
  In her 'Voices From the Field' article, Benitez-Gonzalez describes her journey and learning the Importance of effective risk communication.

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  Lake Huron serves as a classroom for elementary students

  Published on October 7, 2022
  Flapping their arms like migrating birds, excited students arrived at Tawas Point State Park for a day of community-connected learning - and their student stewardship project.

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  Recent water main break in southeast Michigan highlights importance of drinking water infrastructure

  Published on September 15, 2022
  MSU Extension offers a free online program to help communities learn more about water infrastructure issues.

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  New Extension Program Worker to serve in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties

  Published on September 1, 2022
  Angela Scapini joins Michigan Sea Grant to help enhance Great Lakes literacy educational opportunities.

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  Michigan Sea Grant partners with Tribal communities for shipboard education programs honoring Anishinaabe heritage

  Published on August 26, 2022
  MISG and partners hosted three shipboard programs aboard a tall ship schooner highlighting Anishinaabe culture and heritage.

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  Erica Clites joins Extension team in southeast Michigan

  Published on August 24, 2022
  She is working with local communities, agencies, and other partners and networks in Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, and St. Clair counties.

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  State of the Great Lakes 2022 Reports: A look at prevention, control, and impact mitigation for aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes

  Published on August 23, 2022
  While prevention of overall new aquatic invasive species is rated as good, the impact of the continued spread of existing invasive species nets the lakes a "poor" rating.

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  When it comes to aquatic invasive species, how do we know what we don't know?

  Published on August 18, 2022
  Gap analysis helps scientists understand what type of research is still needed to help them gain a more complete picture of invasive species' impact on Michigan.

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  Alien language: What’s in a (species) name?

  Published on August 10, 2022
  Part 5: Across many different taxa, there are a number of common names assigned to species that have racist, xenophobic, or other ethically troubling connotations. These names present significant challenges to effective science outreach and education.

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  NOAA releases updated climate summaries for all U.S. states. What will happen in Michigan?

  Published on July 20, 2022
  Forecasted environmental change may cause serious impacts throughout the state and on the Great Lakes water levels and flooding.

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  Michigan seafood processors are eligible for additional COVID-19 funds through MDARD

  Published on July 19, 2022
  Grant funding can be used to cover the activities associated with workplace safety measures, market pivots, retrofitting facilities, transportation, worker housing, and medical costs.

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  The GLANSIS Map Explorer: A hub for habitat suitability maps

  Published on July 18, 2022
  Tool helps scientists study the habitat and food sources an introduced species prefers and predict where a species might spread based on these environmental factors.