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Mi Fresh Fish Project wins Outstanding Outreach Programming Award

Published on September 25, 2023
The award, given by the Great Lakes Sea Grant Network Program Leaders, honors projects that go above and beyond to further Sea Grant's mission of benefiting the Great Lakes and coastal communities.
MSU research shows emerald ash borer threatening tree species vital to Indigenous cultures

Published on September 19, 2023
Findings were published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment
The “dirt” about earthworms

Published on September 15, 2023
Although earthworms are beneficial in gardens and agricultural fields, they are harmful to Michigan’s forests where they are an invasive species.
Overlay zoning districts can be a valuable tool

Published on September 15, 2023
Overlay zoning districts is a valid tool in some conditions. But be careful not to overuse it when more traditional zoning techniques can do the job.
KBIC Kids Fishing Day focuses on fun and education

Published on September 14, 2023
More than 200 youth inspired to go fishing around Baraga County.
Research project evaluates what users of coastal wildlife management areas value

Published on September 12, 2023
Project began in 2016 and included engagement with communities in the Saginaw Bay and Southeast Michigan regions.
MSU Tollgate Farm Pumpkinfest announced for October 7-8, 2023

Published on September 1, 2023
Pumpkinfest will offer options for food, music, interactions with farm animals, educational exhibits, wagon rides and fun for the whole family—not to mention the star of the show: pumpkins!
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.
What the box tree moth quarantine means for Michigan homeowners

Published on August 28, 2023
The box tree moth quarantine has been extended to 10 Michigan counties. Here is what homeowners should know.
Protecting your septic system after a flood

Published on August 28, 2023
With one in five U.S. households depending on septic systems to treat their wastewater, knowing how to protect your system after a major flood could save your system from expensive repairs.