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Spotted wing Drosophila numbers building rapidly in southwest Michigan
Published on July 1, 2012
An unpleasant surprise is building for Michigan small fruit growers as spotted wing Drosophila trap counts are increasing. -
Spotted wing Drosophila: Training is essential for management and control
Published on July 1, 2012
As spotted wing Drosophila disperse rapidly across the country, Michigan’s small fruit growers should learn how to incorporate control in their current integrated pest management (IPM) programs through MSU Extension meetings on management and control. -
Spotted wing Drosophila detections are increasing in fruit crops
Published on June 19, 2012
Monitor ripening fruit crops to know where and when to protect against spotted wing Drosophila, a new pest to Michigan. -
Giant hogweed in the landscape
Published on June 19, 2012
Recent press reports have brought attention to giant hogweed. With a good, digital photo, you can get confirmation whether or not your plant is hogweed and then follow the advised safety precautions for removal. -
Clean Boats, Clean Waters program prevents spread of aquatic invasive species
Published on June 11, 2012
With more than 11,000 inland lakes in Michigan, volunteers are needed in the statewide Clean Boats, Clean Waters program to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species from lake to lake. -
Lake Michigan anglers respond to proposed salmon stocking reductions
Published on June 8, 2012
Lake managers agree that stocking reductions are necessary to attain a better balance between gamefish and baitfish. Public support for reduced stocking is high, but opinions are mixed regarding which species should be cut and the magnitude of reductions. -
Public forest ownership has many implications
Published on June 5, 2012
Michigan’s public forest ownership patterns have implications that are economic, social and ecological. -
Weir’s cushion rust identified in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on June 1, 2012
Weir’s cushion rust is of greatest concern on Colorado blue spruce, where it can cause discoloration and pre-mature shedding of year-old needles. -
Prevent feral swine overpopulation in Michigan
Published on May 16, 2012
Be on the lookout for this nuisance species in Michigan’s fields and forests; action now prevents damage later. -
Spotted wing Drosophila workshop tomorrow, May 15
Published on May 14, 2012
Attendees will learn how to monitor and manage spotted wing Drosophila.