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MDARD In-Person Core Review and Testing, RUP credits offered December 6

Published on November 14, 2024
Participants will review the core manual and take the core pesticide applicator test at the Saginaw Valley Research and Center. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available from MDARD.
Entrenamiento sobre la Seguridad del Manejo de los Pesticidas y la Protección del Trabajador ofrecido en inglés y en español 12 de diciembre en Great Lakes Expo 2024

Published on November 14, 2024
Por la tarde, los participantes podrán tomar el examen RUP de certificación para la aplicación de Pesticidas de Uso Restringido de MDARD y también podrán recibir la capacitación sobre el Estándar de Protección al Trabajador requerida por la EPA WPS.
Pesticide Safety and Worker Protection Safety Training offered in English and Spanish December 12 at Great Lakes Expo 2024

Published on November 14, 2024
Registration is open for the Pesticide Safey and Worker Protection training happening at GLEXPO 2024 on December 12. Participants will be able to take the MDARD RUP test in the afternoon as well as receive required EPA WPS training.
MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop new biopesticide for invasive spotted wing drosophila

Published on October 31, 2024
The $325,000 grant is a partnership with Indiana University supported by the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Steelhead Diary Program offers 5 ways to win gift cards in West Michigan

Published on October 31, 2024
New incentives provide more reasons than ever to use the Great Lakes Angler Diary app.
Spongy moth basics

Published on October 30, 2024
Spongy moth infestations are in the future – know the basics of spongy moth and be prepared.
2025 Clean Boats, Clean Waters grants now available

Published on October 22, 2024
$35,000 is available for Michigan organizations dedicated to aquatic invasive species education and outreach.
The Great Lakes’ most unwanted: New GLANSIS StoryMap highlights top 10 aquatic invaders

Published on October 4, 2024
Aquatic invasive species are a big deal for a few reasons — they can harm the environment, cost us a lot of money, and can even be a risk to our health.
Unlocking the mysteries of the Great Lakes: Contribute to snail research

Published on October 4, 2024
Participate in our mystery snail collection project and become a guardian of the Great Lakes.
New spotted lanternfly bulletin for Michigan homeowners and residents

Published on September 23, 2024
This bulletin provides an overview of spotted lanternfly to help residents prepare as this invasive insect spreads in Michigan.