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Ringing in spring with a peep! Getting to know the spring peeper

Published on March 19, 2025
Don’t be fooled by its small stature—Michigan’s smallest frog also happens to be the loudest.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on March 11, 2025
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
Legacy Phosphorus: The Enduring Hidden Driver of Tile Drainage Loss

Published on February 26, 2025
Phosphorus loss is dominated by legacy P while new P (recently applied fertilizer) has a minor role. We can make a big impact on Lake Erie’s Water Quality only if we tackle both legacy P and new P.
Free HABs webinar offers tips for a healthy pond or lake

Published on February 17, 2025
The HABs 101: Prevention and Management webinar will cover topics including septic systems, nutrient budgets, direct management options of HABs, and more.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 13, 2025
Learn more about the Michigan Clean Water Corps volunteers collecting valuable water quality and habitat data on inland lakes and streams across our state.
Final Call to Register for 2025 Drainage Workshop offering tips to increase profit

Published on February 10, 2025
Register early for a 30% discount at the Michigan Drainage Workshop.
Fifth annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 27, 2025
A virtual experience offering 40 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
Tough Questions

Published on January 16, 2025
A webinar series by MSU’s Food Security Group exploring critical issues in international development research, featuring leading experts tackling ethics, policy pipelines, A.I. impacts, and more.
Southeast Michigan Crop and Pest Management Update held in Hillsdale on February 20

Published on January 15, 2025
Hear from Michigan State University and Ohio State University specialists, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, and get the latest MSU Weed Control Guide for Field Crops.
How scientists can work effectively with local communities dealing with harmful algal blooms

Published on November 8, 2024
Understanding key audience information needs can help scientists prioritize key science communication and engagement opportunities.