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Dealing with Spongy Moth Around Your Home or Property

Published on April 27, 2022
Spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, can be an annoying pest in residential, urban and rural areas as well as forests.
New Name, Familiar Pest: Dealing with Outbreaks of Spongy Moth, Formerly Gypsy Moth - Questions and Answers

Published on April 14, 2022
A spongy moth webinar, part of the NotMISpecies series, aired on April 14, 2022. Viewers submitted questions that have been addressed by the experts who presented the webinar. This document includes the questions and answers, grouped by topic area.
Asian Chestnut Gall Wasp: An invasive pest of concern for Michigan chestnut growers

Published on February 2, 2022
In this bulletin, we provide information on the ACGW, including its biology and impact. We also provide management options for dealing with the pest. Figure
Lymantria Dispar Aerial Survey

Published on November 5, 2021
Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, aerial survey map for 2021.
Btk: One Management Option for Spongy Moth

Published on October 5, 2021
This publication is designed to answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Bt and spongy moth (Lymantria dispar), formerly gypsy moth.
Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern

Published on November 30, 2020
Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread.
Managing Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs in Homes & Gardens

Published on September 29, 2020
This fact sheet will provide information and advice to Michigan residents for dealing with this relatively new pest.
SPOTTED WING DROSOPHILA MANAGEMENT IN HOME FRUIT PLANTINGS

Published on June 1, 2020
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD), Drosophila suzukii, is a relatively recent and serious pest of wild and cultivated berries (e.g. strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) and cherries.
MSU Extension Water Programs Lakes, Streams and Watersheds

Published on April 7, 2020
Learn how you can get involved with MSU Extension programs to improve your local lake, stream and watershed.
USDA Forest Insect & Disease Leaflet 162: Spongy Moth

Published on April 1, 2020
The USDA's Forest Insect and Disease Leaflet (FIDL) 162 provides information about spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, affecting forest trees in the United States.