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Exotic forest plants
Published on August 19, 2014
Exotic pests are one of the more serious threats to forest health. While few exotics pose serious challenges, there are some insects, diseases and plants that do. Eradication is possible if small infestations can be detected early. -
August is tree check month
Published on August 19, 2014
Follow these five steps to spot the Asian longhorn beetle before it spots your trees! -
Michigan brown marmorated stink bug report for August 15, 2014
Published on August 18, 2014
No brown marmorated stink bugs were caught during the week of Aug. 8-15, 2014. -
Invaders on the move: Round Goby and Quagga Mussel
Published on August 15, 2014
Some well-known aquatic invaders are showing up in new places. You can help to track their spread if you know where to look and how to report what you find. -
Invaders on the move: Mystery Snails and White Perch
Published on August 15, 2014
Some aquatic invaders are good at flying under the radar. You can help to track their spread if you know where to look and how to report what you find. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for August 12, 2014
Published on August 13, 2014
Spotted wing Drosophila numbers continue to rise across the monitoring network. Protect susceptible crops where they are detected. -
Avian botulism and the Great Lakes
Published on August 13, 2014
Type C avian botulism confirmed in East Grand Traverse Bay August 2014 -
Algae are a-bloomin’ but what does it mean?
Published on August 11, 2014
Due to the recent impact of harmful algal blooms to southeast Michigan communities, many residents have questions about algae and why it may or may not be harmful. -
Toxins in Toledo’s drinking water supply
Published on August 8, 2014
Thousands of residents of the city of Toledo, along with parts of southeast Michigan, recently experienced a loss of water supply. The taps are back on now, but could it happen again? -
Lake Charlevoix leaders and residents learn about shoreline protection
Published on August 8, 2014
Inland lake shoreline owners and local governments have important roles to protect water quality. Lake Charlevoix is an excellent example where both groups are learning about these issues.