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Spotted wing Drosophila guidelines for management and control in berry production
Published on September 19, 2012
Three steps to better management and control of spotted wing Drosophila in berries. -
Southeast Michigan fruit regional report – September 10, 2012
Published on September 10, 2012
We are finding record numbers of spotted wing Drosophila. Fall red raspberry growers must trap for this pest or check for infested fruit. -
Best Control Practice Guides available from Michigan Natural Features Inventory
Published on September 10, 2012
Comprehensive resources are available to help those trying to combat some of Michigan’s nastiest invasive plants. -
Chinese mystery snail recorded in Michigan lakes
Published on September 7, 2012
Another exotic invader has quietly spread into inland lakes and rivers. This large snail is sold by pet stores, water garden suppliers, and live food markets, but it can become a nuisance to swimmers if released from captivity. -
Michigan Sea Grant works with professional fishing tournaments to help prevent spread of AIS
Published on September 6, 2012
By implementing an AIS-HACCP program in fishing tournaments, the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species could be greatly reduced to protect our waterways. -
Fall-harvesting berry growers need to monitor and manage spotted wing Drosophila
Published on September 4, 2012
Ripe fruit and cooler days provide conditions for pest buildup. -
Sampling harvested berries to detect spotted wing Drosophila larvae infestations
Published on August 23, 2012
Minimize fruit losses from spotted wing Drosophila by separating infested from non-infested fruit loads. Follow simple fruit sampling methods to help minimize the amount of fruit diverted to juice and evaluate the effectiveness of pest control actions. -
Post-harvest spraying for spotted wing Drosophila: pros, cons, and a list of issues
Published on August 22, 2012
While research is underway, here is what we know about late-season management of spotted wing Drosophila for blueberry and raspberry growers. -
Survey finds Michigan boaters could do more to prevent the spread of invasive species
Published on August 20, 2012
Most Michigan boaters take some precautions to slow the spread of invasive species, but few take all of the recommended steps on a regular basis. -
Volunteers needed in southeast Michigan to help map Michigan’s invasive species
Published on August 20, 2012
A free training workshop is being offered in southeast Michigan for volunteers to help map invasive species in Michigan.