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Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for July 2, 2013
Published on July 2, 2013
New spotted wing Drosophila detections have been made in Berrien, Allegan and Ottawa counties in southwest and west central Michigan. -
Engaging Michigan agriculture in producing renewable energy
Published on June 27, 2013
Proposed legislation would increase the renewable energy requirement in Michigan to 22 percent by 2022. How can Michigan agriculture become more engaged in reaching this goal? -
Fish lifelists offer new goals for anglers and naturalists
Published on June 26, 2013
Michigan lakes and rivers are home to an impressive number of fish species that most people never encounter. Keeping a lifelist is one way to explore and enjoy the variety of fish in local waters. -
Conserving biodiversity for valued Lake Huron ecosystems
Published on June 26, 2013
Illustrating the importance of biodiversity, a bi-national planning initiative and report explores status and issues, opportunities and strategies for conserving Lake Huron biodiversity. -
Analyzing channel currents near the Marquette Lake Superior shoreline
Published on June 25, 2013
Studying dangerous currents with new technologies may save more lives as science helps forecast when and where these currents form. -
There are many different currents in the Great Lakes and some are dangerous
Published on June 25, 2013
Different kinds of dangerous currents can be found in the Great Lakes that claim lives every year. From 2002 to 2012, there were 413 dangerous current-related incidents in the Great Lakes resulting in 120 rip current-related fatalities. -
Brown marmorated stink bug: A new nursery pest in Michigan
Published on June 25, 2013
Nursery growers need to identify and understand the impacts of brown marmorated stink bugs, as well as control strategies, both short and long term. -
Hibernating bats at Rockport illustrate values in community-based conservation partnerships
Published on June 25, 2013
Bats hibernating at Rockport State Recreation Area bring together school, community and conservation partners to protect critical habitat and biodiversity, promote youth development and sustainable coastal tourism. -
New amendments to Michigan’s wetlands legislation
Published on June 24, 2013
New amendments to Michigan’s wetlands legislation keep state in forefront of wetland and water quality protection. -
Beaches, Boats and Beyond!
Published on June 24, 2013
Be prepared for a safe summer at the beach, on the boat, and beyond!