News

Protect the water quality of your water well

Published on June 2, 2024
Yearly water testing ensures safety of water delivered by private drinking water wells.
Salt runoff can impair lakes

Published on June 2, 2024
Salting roads, parking lots, and sidewalks can turn our “fresh” water salty.
Michigan well and pump records can reveal much about the geology of your home site

Published on June 2, 2024
If you have a private drinking water well, your Water Well and Pump Record can help you understand what potential drinking water contaminants may exist in your area.
New Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four projects

Published on April 22, 2024
Each project will be supported at roughly $1.25 million over three years.
Engaging virtual audiences in conservation topics to enhance natural resource stewardship

Published on April 15, 2024
Programming that includes science-based knowledge and best practices in conservation enhances stewardship of Michigan’s natural resource assets, which in turn, strengthens communities.
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters program awards $35,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

Published on April 15, 2024
Thirteen projects receive grant funding to educate boaters and anglers on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment to protect lakes and rivers.
How much water is in my pond?

Published on April 8, 2024
Many times, we are required to know the water volume of our pond for various applications, including the size of fountains, fish carrying capacity, water treatments, and more.
List of household filters approved for certain PFAS removal

Published on April 8, 2024
Independent product testing provides a household solution for PFAS removal.
Be careful what you flush

Published on April 8, 2024
Flushing wipes and other items used for disinfection can damage wastewater treatment systems.
Stacked practices: The key to phosphorus loss reduction

Published on April 5, 2024
Soil health alone will not achieve our water quality goal. Nutrient management is a good start, but it's best when combined with water management to achieve our water quality goal.