Michigan Invasive Species Coalition

05/21/2026

On May 20, the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development approved the addition of six species to Michigan’s invasive plant lists under Part 413 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA).

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/418618d

Six species added to Michigan’s invasive plant lists following MI Commission of Ag & Rural Development vote Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 05/21/2026 02:12 PM EDT Share or view as webpage | Update preferences News Release The following news release was issued as a b...

05/05/2026

is facing immense environmental destruction caused by invasive species, hurting everything from crop production to the places people fish and swim.

But last year, the statewide program that battles invasives was hit with significant budget slashes by the state legislature.

https://www.wkar.org/wkar-news/2026-05-01/budget-cuts-are-hindering-the-fight-against-invasive-species-across-the-state



via WKAR - Public Media from Michigan State University

Michigan is facing environmental destruction by invasive species, but the state legislature cut funding for the program that fights invasives.

05/04/2026

04/23/2026

"Balsam woolly adelgid, a tiny, sap-feeding insect that attacks true fir trees, has been detected at the Backus Creek State Game Area in Roscommon County."

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/4141662



via Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Invasive balsam woolly adelgid detected in Roscommon County Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 04/23/2026 10:46 AM EDT Share or view as webpage | Update preferences News Release April 23, 2026Contact: Cheryl Nelson, 231-287-1714, or Joanne Foreman, 517-284-5814 Invasive b...

04/20/2026

"Don't spread oak wilt – wait to prune!"

Report your sightings of oak wilt ▶ Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN)

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/412b58a

via Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Don't spread oak wilt – wait to prune! Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 04/13/2026 01:46 PM EDT Share or view as webpage | Update preferences DNR News April 13, 2026 Contacts: Cheryl Nelson (Lower Peninsula), 231-287-1714 or Simeon Wright (Upper Peninsula), 906-203-94...

04/01/2026

Plan now for spring treatment of hemlock woolly adelgid

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/410d30c



via Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Plan now for spring treatment of hemlock woolly adelgid Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 03/31/2026 10:54 AM EDT Share or view as webpage | Update preferences News Release March 31, 2026Contact: Joanne Foreman, 517-284-5814, or Erin Biggs, 231-519-8312 Plan now for spri...

03/09/2026

Invasive plants, rock snot and the emerald ash borer: webinars are putting knowledge to work

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/40cd4c5



▶ Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN)

via Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Invasive plants, rock snot and the emerald ash borer: NotMISpecies webinars are putting knowledge to work Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 03/05/2026 12:23 PM EST Share or view as webpage | Update preferences News Release March 5, 2026Contact: Joanne Foreman, 517-284-58...

03/04/2026

📢 Now Hiring!

A new job opportunity has just been posted on the Michigan Invasive Species Coalition (MISC) Forum from the Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network ! If you're passionate about protecting Michigan’s natural resources and making a difference in invasive species management, be sure to check it out.

The MISC Forum isn’t just for job postings — it’s also a valuable resource for connecting with invasive species experts and your local CISMA (Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area). Whether you're looking for guidance, collaboration, or regional support, the forum helps bring Michigan’s invasive species community together.

https://forum.michiganinvasives.org/index.php?/topic/4734-northwest-michigan-invasive-species-network-seasonal-positions-available/

The Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network (ISN) is hiring three separate seasonal positions in Traverse City, MI for the 2026 field season: ISN Seasonal Survey Technician (2 positions) ISN Seasonal Restoration Crew Member (2 positions) ISN Seasonal Strike Team Member (2 positions) ISN focus...

03/04/2026

State awards $2.4 million for invasive species prevention and control

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/40beef9



via Michigan Department of Natural Resources

State awards $2.4 million for invasive species prevention and control Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 03/02/2026 10:12 AM EST Share or view as webpage | Update preferences News Release March 2, 2026Contact: Joanne Foreman, 517-284-5814 or Kelsey Dietz, 517-388-8473 Sta...

01/28/2026

Don't forget to register for the February 4th webinar:
"Habitat protectors: New team targets invasive species on state lands"

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDEQ/bulletins/4062893

Register today for the February 4th NotMiSpecies webinar - "Habitat protectors: New team targets invasive species on state lands" Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy sent this bulletin at 01/27/2026 01:00 PM EST Share or view as a webpage I Update preferences NotMISpecies Web...