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New field guide to aquatic invasive plants in Michigan released by MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams
Published on September 30, 2025
This new resource serves as a practical guide to identifying and reporting aquatic invasive plants in lakes, streams, and ponds. -
Saturated buffers: Proven practice with new surprises
Published on September 4, 2025
Saturated buffers have long been promoted as a way to reduce nitrate loss from tile-drained farmland, but just how effective are they? -
Enrollment now open: Popular MSU Extension course Introduction to Lakes Online offered January 2026
Published on September 3, 2025
Register today for this unique opportunity to learn about inland lakes. -
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership to host 2025 Shoreline and Shallows Conference
Published on September 3, 2025
This one-day conference will be held on October 17, 2025, at the MSU Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center. -
Controlled drainage isn’t just for flat fields anymore
Published on August 28, 2025
New research from Michigan State University shows controlled drainage can reduce nitrate loss even on sloped fields, challenging long-standing recommendations. -
No payoff from high soil test phosphorus: Save fertilizer and protect water quality
Published on August 12, 2025
Applying phosphorus when the soil test phosphorus is high doesn’t boost profit. Stick to the tri-state guidelines to protect your bottom line and water quality. -
MSU leads $12 million Western Lake Erie Basin performance-based conservation program
Published on July 14, 2025
The program is funded by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and led at MSU by the Institute of Water Research and the Center for Regenerative Agriculture. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 3, 2025
Published on July 3, 2025
Soybeans are in late vegetative to early reproductive stages. As wheat ripens, consider options for planting a robust cover crop or soybeans after harvest. -
Two Michigan educators chosen to join Sea Grant aboard EPA’s research vessel on Lake Michigan
Published on July 1, 2025
Ashley Community Schools' science teacher, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge park ranger set sail on July 7. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – June 26, 2025
Published on June 26, 2025
Corn and soybean growth accelerated with the heat. Wheat continued to ripen, and second cuttings of alfalfa started late last week.
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