Tag: invasive
After Trump promised speed, Great Lakes carp barrier faces delay
Lawmakers from Michigan and Illinois are seeking answers from federal administrators this month about an “administrative review” pause in the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a $1.5 billion project that aims […]
Construction of Asian carp barrier in Illinois hits another snag
Despite a presidential memorandum nine months ago that called for “maximum speed and efficiency” in moving to block invasive Asian carp from reaching the Great Lakes, the Brandon Road project remains under administrative review by the Trump administration. Democratic senators from Michigan […]
Scientists race to protect Lake Superior from invasive mussels
There is growing fear that Lake Superior’s window of avoiding a full takeover by invasive mussels may be closing. Efforts are underway to remove mussels where possible, and better understand how vulnerable the […]
Invasive species expert teaches volunteers to overcome ‘plant blindness’
By Anna Ironside
Caroline Miller is a botanical technologist at Michigan State University’s W.J. Beal Botanical Garden, as well as a master’s student. Her work has made her a driving force behind restoration projects on campus and beyond. From invasive species removal days to a growing movement to replace traditional turf lawns with native landscapes, Miller doesn’t quit.
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Q&A: What to know about Michigan’s proposed invasive plants
Stateside’s April Baer chatted with a state forester about new species proposed for the Michigan invasive species list, and what you can do to foster native plants in your garden.