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• Perfluorinated Chemicals: What they are and what you should know about them

  Published on April 23, 2018

  Persistent man-made fluorinated chemicals used in a wide range of products are being found in soils and water. Evidence suggests that exposure can lead to adverse health effects. Michigan is taking steps to address problem areas.

• Controlled drainage: Conserving nutrients and improving bottom lines

  Published on April 18, 2018

  Existing subsurface (tile) drainage systems can be modified to provide crops with water during dry periods, and decrease the amount of nutrients exiting the system.

• Water alkalinity and pH: What they mean in regards to water quality

  Published on April 12, 2018

  Understanding the difference between alkalinity and pH and how alkaline water can affect plants is important in determining what to do to remedy possible nutritional problems.

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  Study gauges concerns about climate change in Great Lakes coastal communities

  Published on April 9, 2018

  Participating in outdoor recreation appears to have impact on climate change beliefs.

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  It’s time to clean, drain, dry and dispose!

  Published on April 6, 2018

  Four easy steps can protect Michigan lakes and rivers from invasive species.

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  Pools aren’t just for summer

  Published on April 5, 2018

  Learn about vernal pools through a Vernal Pool Patrol Workshop.

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  Pasture ponds, horses and algae. Oh my!

  Published on April 4, 2018

  Protect your livestock from potential illness carried in pasture ponds. Protect pasture ponds from erosion and contamination caused by livestock.

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  Michigan Swimmer’s Itch Partnership presents results of 2017 control efforts

  Published on March 20, 2018

  Upcoming Michigan Lake and Stream Associations conference offers education for those interested in keeping inland lakes healthy

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  Michigan Water School set for May 2018 in Kalamazoo

  Published on March 20, 2018

  Making sound water management decisions depends on understanding Michigan’s water resources and the fundamentals of water science. Local elected and appointed officials can get decision and placemaking support from Water School training event.

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  Bay Mills Community College to partner with MSU Extension to perform Great Lakes research

  Published on March 4, 2018

  College to use $216K grant to study contaminants, biodiversity in their local waters.