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Exploring Great Lakes literacy and watershed stewardship
Published on December 8, 2021
The Lake Huron Place-Based Stewardship Education Summer Teacher Institute continues to change and grow to meet the needs of Michigan teachers. -
Rain gardens part 2 – rain garden plants
Published on December 2, 2021
Rain gardens resemble regular perennial gardens and borders but have a more important function in the landscape. Learn more about which plants to include in your family’s rain garden. -
Horticulture myth busting – Part 1
Published on November 24, 2021
Can electricity be used to reduce water hardness in hydroponics? -
Multiple infestations of invasive water garden plants discovered this fall in southeast Michigan
Published on November 24, 2021
Over 3,500 pounds of water lettuce and water hyacinth have been removed by the Lake St. Clair Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy biologists. -
Grow your appreciation for Michigan’s inland lakes with the Introduction to Lakes Online course
Published on November 17, 2021
The award-winning inland lakes course will be back in session in January 2022. -
Spartan establishes endowed graduate assistantship to help reduce carbon footprint; create a greener world
Published on October 12, 2021
Kent Taylor, ’71 social sciences and ’73 labor and industrial relations, has created an endowment to support CANR’s Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering graduate assistants researching sustainable energy sources. -
Scale-up facilities increase opportunities for MSU researchers
Published on September 14, 2021
Investments have had significant impacts on MSU biosystems engineering researchers, but additional support in water research and smart agriculture is key for continued growth. -
Water School webinar series highlights water policy
Published on September 3, 2021
Local decision-makers play a key role in managing and protecting the water quality of our freshwater resources. -
Protecting Michigan’s environment and wildlife through the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
Published on September 1, 2021
The program offers financial benefits for farmers and landowners and environmental improvements for Michigan. -
Caring for water gardens in fall reduces problems in winter and spring
Published on September 1, 2021
Water gardens experience major changes as chillier weather approaches; managing plants, fish and debris throughout the fall will lead to greater success next year.