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Water system food safety inspections
Published on February 11, 2019
There are several concerns regarding a water system inspection from a food safety perspective and compliance to the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule. -
Can medications harm my septic system?
Published on February 8, 2019
If someone in your home is taking medications for an extended period, you may want to have your septic tank pumped more often. -
Keeping herbicides out of groundwater and surface water
Published on February 8, 2019
These six field practices can protect water quality from herbicide applications. -
International Joint Commission: Great Lakes watchdog
Published on January 3, 2019
The International Joint Commission is an independent organization charged with protecting the waters of the Great Lakes for both the United States and Canada. -
Protect your septic system from large party gatherings
Published on December 19, 2018
Additional water inputs from bathroom use during a large party without pre-planning can cause an unwanted surprise for your guests. -
Dry vernal pools are still pools!
Published on December 14, 2018
They may be hard to spot, but they still need to be protected. -
Nutrients from septic systems can impact well and surface water
Published on December 11, 2018
Malfunctioning septic systems can result in the increased nutrients into local water wells and surface water. -
Cold weather kills pond duckweeds, until spring
Published on December 6, 2018
Late fall brings many complaints of weeds in ponds, but cold temperatures kill most for the winter. -
MSU Extension to help address your PFAS questions and concerns
Published on December 6, 2018
“Submit a Question” button to aid residents in finding pertinent information about PFAS. -
2019 Introduction to Lakes registration now available
Published on December 6, 2018
Winter is the perfect time to learn about lakes from a cozy location of your choice.