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Invaders on the move: Round Goby and Quagga Mussel
Published on August 15, 2014
Some well-known aquatic invaders are showing up in new places. You can help to track their spread if you know where to look and how to report what you find. -
Invaders on the move: Mystery Snails and White Perch
Published on August 15, 2014
Some aquatic invaders are good at flying under the radar. You can help to track their spread if you know where to look and how to report what you find. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for August 12, 2014
Published on August 13, 2014
Spotted wing Drosophila numbers continue to rise across the monitoring network. Protect susceptible crops where they are detected. -
Is switchgrass a host for Japanese beetle and spotted wing Drosophila?
Published on August 12, 2014
Research is being conducted to determine if switchgrass is a vector and host for common insect pests and crop diseases in cropping systems. -
Exotic forest insects
Published on August 8, 2014
Exotic pests are one of the more serious threats to forest health. While few exotics pose serious challenges, there are some insects, diseases, and plants that do. Eradication is possible if small infestations can be detected early. -
Exotic forest diseases
Published on August 8, 2014
Exotic pests are one of the more serious threats to forest health. While few exotics pose serious challenges, there are some insects, diseases and plants that do. Eradication is possible if small infestations can be detected early. -
Clean, drain and dry recreational equipment to help prevent the introduction and spread of AIS
Published on August 8, 2014
Eliminate the route for hitchhikers trying to make their way into Lakeville Lake and thousands of other inland lakes in Michigan. -
Aquatic invasive species: the “greatest threat to Michigan’s tourism industry”
Published on August 8, 2014
On a local level, both terrestrial and aquatic invasive species (AIS) pose serious threats to the health and vitality of area lakes. -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for August 7, 2014
Published on August 7, 2014
We caught one brown marmorated stink bug this week in a trap next to a peach orchard near Niles, Michigan and four in sweep netting of vegetation from sites next to field crops in Lenawee County. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for August 6, 2014
Published on August 7, 2014
Spotted wing Drosophila numbers are up from last week and are now being detected statewide. Protect susceptible crops where SWD is detected.