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Land

Edamame demand could spark production in Great Lakes region

By Carin Tunney | January 9, 2017

But this high-maintenance cousin in the soy family requires careful harvesting.

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Foxes join #TeamWolf versus #TeamCoyote

By Karen Hopper Usher | January 6, 2017

Wolves, foxes and coyotes show “the enemy of my enemy is my friend.”

Echo

Scientists raise alarm over invasive species decline in East African great lake

By Halima Abdallah | January 5, 2017

Low value native species like dagaa are on the rise against dwindling stocks of high-value species like the Nile perch.

Great Lakes

New book paddles through history on canoe

By admin | January 4, 2017

Mark Neuzil and Norman Sims’s “Canoes: A Natural History in North America” explores the rich history of the vessel and the people involved.

Climate

Scientists explore the mysterious inner space of the subnivium

By Carin Tunney | January 3, 2017

Their research could reveal how climate change impacts Great Lakes plants and animals.

Land

Michigan mine gains two state permits

By Brian Bienkowski | January 2, 2017

Menominee tribe ramps up opposition.

Wildlife

Eighth day of invasive species Christmas: Eight shrimp ‘a swarming

By Guest Contributor | January 1, 2017

The latest of 12 days of invasive species Christmas.

Commentary

Urban advocates make impact out of the spotlight

By Gary Wilson | December 28, 2016

These urban advocates are among the many people who toil quietly on behalf of the environment of the Great Lakes region.

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Launch of 12 days of aquatic invasive species Christmas

By Guest Contributor | December 25, 2016

Echo once again is running the Wisconsin Sea Grant version of the popular 12 days of Christmas carol. Produced by outreach specialist Tim Campbell in 2011, it brings 12 days of holiday invasive species cheer.

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Winter brings new opportunities for recreation in Michigan

By Becky Wildt | December 22, 2016

Animal body language, team building and water conservation are among the subjects examined by winter explorers.

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Environmental news of the Great Lakes region from the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University.

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