Midwest Invasive Species Information Network
Coverage of Midwest Invasive Species Information Network in the Nexus archive.
- A highly invasive vine was detected in Michigan -- here’s how to identify and report it
Mile-a-minute weed, an invasive vine capable of smothering vegetation, was detected in Jackson County, Michigan. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources confirmed the discovery, noting its rapid growth and threat to native plants. Residents can report sightings via the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network's online tool or the MISIN smartphone app.
- Mile-a-minute weed detected in Michigan -- what to know about the invasive vine
Mile-a-minute weed, a fast-growing invasive vine that smothers vegetation, was detected in Jackson County, Michigan. The vine, first found in the state in 2020, grows up to 25 feet in weeks and threatens tree seedlings, orchards, and restoration areas. It spreads via bird-dispersed berries and requires manual removal and monitoring.
- First invasive elm zigzag sawfly detected in Michigan in St. Clair County
The invasive elm zigzag sawfly has been first detected in Michigan's St. Clair County, identified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development states the pest does not pose a significant threat to people, animals, agriculture, or natural resources, as elm trees can recover from defoliation.