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Safeguard against spreading the invasive box tree moth
Published on June 23, 2025
Have you noticed heavy box tree moth damage on your boxwoods this season? Here's what you need to know about safely disposing of infested plants. -
From flip-flops to fieldwork: Help map Michigan’s aquatic invasive species one photo at a time
Published on June 23, 2025
Join the Michigan Clean Water Corps for an Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Blitz beginning June 28 through July 6, 2025. -
2025 Conservation Stewards Program now registering for 6 cohort locations
Published on June 20, 2025
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program offers multiple weeks of instruction delivered between September and November 2025, including weekly online course content, in-person lectures, field instruction, and more. -
Join MSU Extension’s virtual book club on sustainable living this fall
Published on June 16, 2025
Explore practical strategies for sustainability in this 8-week online series, featuring guided discussions and a free e-book. -
MSU researcher leads innovative effort to protect lake whitefish using genetic markers
Published on June 9, 2025
Jared Homola, an assistant professor in the MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, is using advanced genetic modeling to help conserve Lake Michigan’s declining lake whitefish population and improve fishery management strategies. -
Granting change: Small grants empowering Michigan communities
Published on June 6, 2025
The Clean Boats, Clean Waters program awards $35,000 to twelve conservation groups to educate and empower their local communities in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species, while actively engaging with boaters and anglers. -
Learn to identify native and invasive aquatic plants with hands-on training
Published on June 5, 2025
Summer sessions available on plant identification and kayak safety through Michigan Sea Grant's MI Paddle Stewards program. -
MSU students partner with Michigan communities to improve trail access
Published on May 30, 2025
Trail Building, Law and Policy course connects student projects to community development -
Planning and zoning for solar in Michigan
Published on May 30, 2025
Renewable energy siting laws in Michigan limit the role of local government while expanding the role of the state. A new guide helps communities prepare. -
MSU researcher hired through Agricultural Resiliency Program working to improve water quality in Michigan
Published on May 21, 2025
Subhasis Giri has joined the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering.