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The painted forest
Published on January 22, 2020
Forest visitors may see trees marked with different colors of paint and cryptic numbers and letters. In most cases, that paint represents timber sale contract specifications. -
Shiver on the River coming to Detroit's Belle Isle on Feb. 1
Published on January 22, 2020
Don't miss this free family friendly environmental event in southeast Michigan! -
Michigan's 2020 Drainage Workshop to teach drainage concepts and design
Published on January 8, 2020
Learn about drainage concepts and how to design drainage systems with crop production and water quality in mind on Feb. 12-13, 2020, in East Lansing. -
Lakes in the offseason: A look under the ice
Published on January 2, 2020
Learn about lakes this winter with Introduction to Lakes Online. -
PhD student researches unconventional water sources for nursery crop irrigation
Published on December 18, 2019
Shital Poudyal's work aims to lower the environmental footprint and increase overall sustainability of nursery-grown trees. -
A recent history of Great Lakes nonindigenous species
Published on December 5, 2019
More than 30% of nonindigenous species are shown to have environmental or socioeconomic impacts and are therefore considered to be invasive. -
GLANSIS risk explorer evaluates the potential for Great Lakes biological invasions
Published on December 4, 2019
The Risk Assessment Clearinghouse makes it easier for scientists and environmental managers to compare and contrast cutting-edge risk information to inform their own decisions. -
Stair steps up to 2020: High Great Lakes levels expected for Lakes Michigan-Huron
Published on November 30, 2019
Higher water levels in winter are harbingers of what’s likely to follow in spring. -
Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum appoints MSU Extension educator as new trustee
Published on November 27, 2019
Beth Clawson joins the board of the Liberty Hyde Baily Museum continuing a history of MSU Extension support within the community. -
The beauty of commercial forestlands
Published on November 19, 2019
Part of the reason Michigan’s Commercial Forest Program is to increase the amount of land available for hunting, fishing, and trapping. Users of these forestlands should be aware of their rights and limitations.