News
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What’s the Point and Non-Point in Water Quality?
Published on April 4, 2013
Michigan has nearly 3,300 miles of shoreline – second only to Alaska. Understanding sources of water pollution is important to our quality of life, recreation and economy. -
Lake Michigan baitfish at all-time low; young alewife dominate
Published on April 3, 2013
Two methods are used by USGS biologists to monitor forage fish in Lake Michigan. The latest bottom trawl data from 2012 found combined-species biomass at its lowest level since surveys began in 1973. -
Citizen Science Part IV: People making a difference in their community and across the state
Published on April 2, 2013
You can make a difference for our Great Lakes coastal areas! -
Stocking Michigan ponds for sport fishing
Published on April 2, 2013
Stocking the right fish at the right time in your pond can make the difference in a successful fishing experience. -
Great Lakes salmon are the focus of new video series
Published on April 2, 2013
Underwater footage of wild-spawned salmon in Michigan streams show the challenges faced by young fish. Participants in MDNR’s Salmon in the Classroom program can use this series as a refresher on the salmon’s life cycle and Great Lakes ecology. -
Aquatic plant control in Michigan sport fishing ponds
Published on April 2, 2013
Aquatic plants are an important part of the ecosystem, especially in ponds managed for sport fishing. -
Integrated pest management resources at MSU
Published on April 1, 2013
As the 2013 season approaches, get up-to-date on the latest resources and tools to help you make in-season pest management decisions. -
Brown marmorated stink bugs: Resources for identifying them and their hosts
Published on April 1, 2013
An identification guide for brown marmorated stink bugs is now available online, as well as an extensive list of host plants. -
Spotted wing Drosophila national survey for caneberry growers will guide options for control
Published on April 1, 2013
Raspberry and blackberry growers are encouraged to share their experiences with spotted wing Drosophila in this national survey that will review insecticide needs and where labeling can be expanded. -
Ten signs of a warming world
Published on March 28, 2013
We hear a great deal about climate change, but what clear evidence demonstrates such change?