Tag: invasive
Goats help Michigan farmers battle invasive species naturally
Some Michigan landowners are turning to goats to clear invasive plants instead of using pesticides or machinery. The animals naturally graze on tough vegetation, offering an eco-friendly way to manage overgrown land….
‘This beach is disappearing on us’: Conservation authority takes on wetland restoration project at Lynde Shores
A project to restore Great Lakes coastal habitat includes rebuilding a barrier beach along the shoreline, re-establishing historic wetlands and clearing invasive cattails at Lynde Shores Conservation Area in Ontario. […]
Goats vs. Invasive Plants: How Michigan is fighting hidden garden threats, one bite at a time
Even invasive plants have curb appeal, but should you buy them if they’re up for sale? Or what if you’ve seen it growing in your yard or at your favorite park for years? Some in Michigan are trying to implement long-term solutions to these questions.
DNR offers deer and forest management plan for Beaver Island
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said the proposals will support forest management outcomes detailed in the Beaver Island Implementation Plan created by the Northern Lake Michigan Islands Collaborative.
Wisconsin DNR steps up monitoring for invasive fish in Lake Winnebago
After recent sightings, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is increasing monitoring in Lake Winnebago for invasive round gobies. The DNR is working with local fishing groups and partners […]