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Delving into the secret lives of frogs and toads
Published on October 30, 2014
Michigan’s amazing frogs and toads remind us about the diverse array of amphibians we have in Michigan and the importance of maintaining natural shoreline habitat. -
A day in the life of the permanently grinning Blanding’s Turtle, a Michigan protected species
Published on October 29, 2014
A greater understanding of species’ habitat needs points to the importance of keeping the shoreline natural as a way to promote healthy populations of fish and wildlife species and a healthy ecosystem. -
State of Michigan announces details of the 2014 Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program
Published on October 29, 2014
Funding and technical assistance to prevent, detect, and control terrestrial and aquatic invasive species now available to governmental units, nonprofit organizations and universities planning to go head-to-head with Michigan‘s invasive species. -
Natural resource enterprises are discussed at two MSU Extension events in October
Published on October 29, 2014
Natural resource enterprises and the entrepreneurs that bring them to life were in the spotlight this past October as Michigan State University Extension’s Natural Resource Enterprise team hosted Daryl Jones to speak at two workshops. -
Migrating monarchs across our Great Lakes coastlines
Published on October 24, 2014
Of the great migrations that take place across the world, one of the more spectacular may be that of the monarch butterfly as they travel along our Great Lakes coastlines. -
Now is the time to get familiar with resources available from Michigan Natural Features Inventory
Published on October 22, 2014
Multiple data resources created and managed by MNFI can be key to helping those who are actively managing Michigan’s biodiversity and others who simply want to learn more about Michigan’s diverse species. -
Build your own seeded coir logs for use in shoreline restoration? Part 2
Published on October 16, 2014
Seeding instead of plug-planting shorelines could reduce the cost of restoring shorelines. Study looks at the role of peat moss in seed retention and seedling establishment. -
AIS-HACCP/Aquaculture Biosecurity Workshop to be offered in Clare
Published on October 2, 2014
The baitfish and aquaculture industries have been proactive in preventing the spread of AIS through training programs, and implementing HACCP plans that are specific to their industries. -
Michigan Sea Grant names recipient of Van Snider Partnership Award
Published on October 2, 2014
Jim Thannum of the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission is recognized for his leadership and contributions toward expanding Michigan’s tribal commercial fishery. -
Recycycling newspapers leads to fewer trees?
Published on September 26, 2014
Being green is not easy or simple!