MSU ExtensionWater Quality

MSU Extension works with community leaders to create water-protection strategies, landowners and industry to reduce risks of water pollution, and state agencies to develop water quality information systems.

News

Local government strategies to protect groundwater

Published on October 8, 2019

Groundwater can, and in some places has, become contaminated. Local government is best-suited to prevent contamination from occurring but seldom uses these 11 zoning tools at their disposal to do so.

Extension educators receive honors at regional Sea Grant conference

Published on October 4, 2019

Dr. Dan O’Keefe, Steve Stewart recognized for accomplishments and impacts during their Michigan Sea Grant careers

September 12-13 farm drainage field day postponed until June 2020

Published on September 5, 2019

Due to persisting wet conditions, the drainage field day in Lenawee County has been postponed to June 24-25, 2020.

Local Officials Can Explore Rouge River Watershed through Michigan Water School

Published on August 27, 2019

The Erb Family Foundation and Pure Oakland Water are partnering with Michigan State University Extension and Rouge River Watershed Council by offering scholarships to help elected officials protect local water resources.

Local conservation issues tackled by couple through skills and knowledge gained in Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP)

Published on August 6, 2019

Find out how you can learn more about Michigan’s ecosystems and apply your expertise to volunteer opportunities in your community