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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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). -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Forest Types of Michigan: Forest Tree Health and Vigor (E3202-14)
Digital Document
Published on November 18, 2015
Forest Tree Health and Vigor discusses elements that are part of the debate on what constitutes a healthy forest. -
Forest Pest Management: Guide for Commercial Applicators - Category 2 (E2045)
Digital Document
Published on October 28, 2015
A guide to forest pest management for Commercial Applicators -- Category 2. -
Forest Types of Michigan: Jack Pine (E3202-11)
Digital Document
Published on November 18, 2015
Jack Pine describes the composition, distribution and ecology of jack pine forests, and highlights management, forest health and wildlife habitat issues.
