College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

natural resources

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  Why do I need to clean my septic tank every three years?

  Article

  Published on June 25, 2018
  Regularly pumping and inspecting your septic system can help to keep your onsite wastewater system running longer, avoid costly repairs and protect water quality.

• 2015 Lake Erie Harmful Algal Bloom Early Season Projections and Bulletins

  Digital Document

  Published on July 29, 2015
  The severity of the western Lake Erie cyanobacterial harmful algal bloom (HAB) is dependent on phosphorus inputs from March 1- July 31, called the loading season.

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  Agricultural Practices That Conserve Grassland Birds (E3190)

  Digital Document

  Published on October 21, 2015
  Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is a voluntary program intended to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection.

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  Ash Tree Identification (E2942)

  Digital Document

  Published on February 11, 2016
  Use this guide to properly identify ash trees. Tree species resembling ash are also included.

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  Aquatic Pest Management: Guide for Commercial Applicators - Category 5 (E2437)

  Digital Document

  Published on October 28, 2015
  Welcome to the world of aquatic pest management. Aquatic pests may include algae, macrophyte s (rooted and non-rooted plants), invertebrates and vertebrates.

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  Asian Longhorned Beetle: An Exotic Pest That We Don't Want in Michigan (E2693)

  Digital Document

  Published on February 9, 2016
  The Asian longhorned beetle is a large wood-boring beetle native to China and other Asian countries.

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  Applying Biosolids to Land in Michigan (E2780)

  Digital Document

  Published on October 14, 2015
  Biosolids are solid, semisolid and liquid residues generated during the treatment of sanitary sewage, or domestic sewage, in treatment works treating domestic sewage (TWTDS).

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  Between Land and Lake: Michigan's Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands (E2902)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 10, 2015
  Imagine flying over the shoreline of western Lake Erie and seeing a mile-wide swath of grasses and bulrushes rippling in the winds. As the plane passes, thousands of waterfowl rise and take flight to a distant edge of the marsh.

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  Comparison of the Eastern Tent Caterpillar, Forest Tent Caterpillar, and Gypsy Moth (E2299)

  Digital Document

  Published on February 16, 2016
  Gypsy moth, forest tent caterpillars, and Eastern tent caterpillars are often found feeding on the leaves of hardwood trees early in the summer.

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  Controlling Broadleaf Weeds and Grasses for Plantation Site (E2754)

  Digital Document

  Published on September 15, 2016
  Controlling Broadleaf Weeds and Grasses for Plantation Site Preparation

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  Crabgrass Control in Home Lawns (E0002TURF)

  Digital Document

  Published on May 28, 2015
  Homeowners and professionals alike spend a lot of time and money trying to eliminate crabgrass from their turfgrass stands. Numerous products for crabgrass control are widely available.

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  Cow-powered Farm: Exploring the Possibilities of Anaerobic Digesters (E3080)

  Digital Document

  Published on September 28, 2016
  Anaerobic digestion is the biological conversion of organic matter to biogas and digestate in an atmosphere without oxygen.

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  Determining the Age of Fish (E1774)

  Digital Document

  Published on February 18, 2016
  Knowledge about the age composition of fish populations is essential for effective management. It provides the fisheries manager with information about the condition of the fish, how long they live, their age at certain critical periods.

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  Don't Pick Poison: When Gathering Mushrooms for Food in Michigan (E2777)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 10, 2015
  The ultimate decision whether to eat a wild mushroom is yours. MSU, the Michigan Department of Public Health, the authors of the publication and those contributing to the subject assume no responsibility for the safety or well-being of mushroom collectors.

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  Exotic Forest Pests: Let's Keep Them Out of Michigan (CANR559)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 9, 2015
  By being alert you can help keep these damaging pests from invading our state.

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  Farming Captive Cervids in Michigan (WO1026)

  Digital Document

  Published on October 20, 2015
  Deer and elk belong to the taxonomic group of animals called the family Cervidae.

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  Forestry, Wetlands, and Habitat *A* Syst (FAS115)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 6, 2015
  Landowners may use this publication to assist in becoming MAEAP verified.

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  Forest Types of Michigan: Aspen (E3202-3)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 4, 2015
  Aspen describes the composition, distribution and ecology of aspen forests, and highlights management, forest health and wildlife habitat issues.

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  Forest Types of Michigan: Common Pitfalls to Avoid (E3202-18)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 4, 2015
  Common Pitfalls to Avoid focuses on the pitfalls of owning and caring for a woodland including lacking professional advice, selling timber without a written contract, enrolling in property tax programs for a wrong reason and planting without preparation.

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  Forest Types of Michigan: Forest Products and Prices (E3202-16)

  Digital Document

  Published on November 18, 2015
  Forest Products and Prices discusses timber harvest from the point of view of the forest owner. It includes the process of selling stumpage and contracts and describes the products produced. Helpful selling tips are included.