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Seafood HACCP course in the Great Lakes help Native American communities increase their business
Published on December 17, 2013
Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension continue to lead efforts with the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission in seafood processing training in the Great Lakes. -
What’s in your medicine cabinet? How unused and unwanted medications can affect the Great Lakes
Published on December 17, 2013
Consumption of pharmaceuticals is on the rise in this country. This means that the probability of pharmaceuticals showing up in our waters increases as people improperly dispose of unused and unwanted medications. -
Environmental effects of Christmas trees
Published on December 13, 2013
The environmental impacts of real vs. artificial Christmas trees are pretty much even. Like many such analyses, much depends on variable estimates, including personal behavior. -
Season of giving – Not of discarding
Published on December 13, 2013
Americans throw away 25 percent more trash during the holidays than any other time of the year. By adopting a few new traditions, you can reduce waste, save time, money and resources and still have a bright and beautiful holiday season. -
Forest identification
Published on December 13, 2013
Understanding forest types offers more enjoyment and satisfaction than knowing just the trees. -
Invasive Phragmites australis: What is it and why is it a problem? Part 2
Published on December 5, 2013
Managing invasive Phragmites australis: Everyone can play a role in keeping this invasive under control. -
How a train depot united a community
Published on December 5, 2013
Train depot restoration underway in the village of Port Hope, Mich brings back memories and unites community members as they establish a new community focal point. -
Rebuilding an eroding bank on an inland lake
Published on December 4, 2013
Study compares two natural shoreline erosion control techniques suitable for moderate to high energy lakefront properties. -
Do not release invasive species: Part 1
Published on December 4, 2013
When managing water features, contractors and water gardeners can prevent the introduction of Aquatic Invasive Species into natural waterways by using proper disposal methods. -
Citizen scientists investigate aquatic invasive species in Hubbard Lake
Published on December 3, 2013
Aquatic invasive species were the target of citizen science investigations undertaken by elementary students and local lake association volunteers teaming up with MSU research.