News
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Aquatic Invasive Species of the Week!
Published on June 14, 2013
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality now providing a weekly quick-read on AIS. -
Report invasive species quickly and easily and look good doing it!
Published on June 11, 2013
Upload sightings of invasive plants and animals to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN). -
Alpena youth explore impacts of invasive rusty crayfish within their local watershed
Published on May 28, 2013
Sanborn Elementary School students study crayfish to better understand biodiversity and ecosystem health within their Thunder Bay River Watershed. -
Michigan Boater’s Guide provides on-board help with invasive aquatic plant identification
Published on May 23, 2013
Hot off the press and into the boat! New aquatic invasive species guide from MSU Extension helps ID plants and provides direction on what to do when you find one. -
Spotted wing Drosophila management and control tools for small fruit growers
Published on April 25, 2013
MSU Extension’s small fruit program is offering classroom and hands-on training to help successfully identify, monitor and manage spotted Wing Drosophila. -
Reminder for caneberry growers to complete spotted wing Drosophila national survey by April 30
Published on April 11, 2013
Spotted wing Drosophila national survey for raspberry and blackberry growers closes April 30. Results will be summarized and used to guide management recommendations. -
Integrated pest management resources at MSU
Published on April 1, 2013
As the 2013 season approaches, get up-to-date on the latest resources and tools to help you make in-season pest management decisions. -
Brown marmorated stink bugs: Resources for identifying them and their hosts
Published on April 1, 2013
An identification guide for brown marmorated stink bugs is now available online, as well as an extensive list of host plants. -
Spotted wing Drosophila national survey for caneberry growers will guide options for control
Published on April 1, 2013
Raspberry and blackberry growers are encouraged to share their experiences with spotted wing Drosophila in this national survey that will review insecticide needs and where labeling can be expanded. -
Brown marmorated stink bug in Michigan 2013 update
Published on March 5, 2013
An invasive pest, the brown marmorated stink bug has now been found in 12 of 68 Lower Peninsula counties. MSU will continue to trap and monitor in 2013.