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Upper Peninsula lakes invited to join MiCorps “Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch” program for free in 2026

Published on July 17, 2026
Public eyes on the water are critical for early detection of invasive species in northern Michigan lakes.
The milfoils: The good, the bad, and the ugly

Published on July 17, 2026
Discover the differences between Michigan’s native, beneficial watermilfoil plant species and their non-native counterparts.
Launching a biological control program against lily leaf beetle in Michigan

Published on July 14, 2026
More than 4,400 beneficial parasitoid wasps were released in Michigan's first biological control program against the invasive lily leaf beetle, laying the foundation for long-term, sustainable pest management.
Fishing for Our Country: An Overlooked Chapter of World War II Efforts

Published on July 14, 2026
Contributions by commercial fishers rarely appear in traditional wartime narratives.
Freshwater drum: The overlooked native fish that has been crushing trillions of invasive mussels in Lake Erie

Published on July 10, 2026
The invasion of zebra and quagga mussels dealt a heavy blow to many Great Lakes fisheries, but new research suggests that the humble sheephead has been a key player in the recent decline of invasive mussels in western Lake Erie.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on July 6, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Updated factsheet on managing spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry

Published on June 25, 2026
New factsheet covers best practices for managing spotted wing drosophila in Michigan cherry orchards.
Michigan expands invasive plant list: What retailers and homeowners need to know

Published on June 23, 2026
Michigan adds six species to its invasive list, with phased bans beginning June 19, 2026.
Michigan adopts the new National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual

Published on June 17, 2026
Michigan pesticide applicators will transition to updated training materials and certification exams designed to reflect current federal pesticide safety, stewardship and regulatory competency standards
Michigan Sen. Sam Singh on MSU agriculture research, outreach: ‘There’s a need and a want’

Published on May 26, 2026
Singh, who represents the 28th Senate District, touted MSU's work as essential to supporting the state's second-largest industry.