Statewide HWA Extent Maps
While local task forces continue to battle Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in the state of Michigan, it has now spread up into the northwestern part of the lower peninsula as …
Invasive balsam woolly adelgid detected in Roscommon County
From the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development: “Balsam woolly adelgid, a tiny, sap-feeding insect that attacks true fir trees, has been detected at the Backus Creek State Game …
MISGP- Michigan Invasive Species Program Funding Update
MISP Funding Updates- Statewide detection and response grants will support early detection and response efforts for watch list invasive species, including hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA). Read more about prevention efforts …
Winter is the best time to check trees for hemlock woolly adelgid
The Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development encourage those who have eastern hemlock trees on their property to take time this winter to inspect the trees …
Less funding available for invasive species projects in Michigan
State of Michigan – Funding for the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program will be less than anticipated for the current grant cycle. The state’s fiscal year 2026 budget allocates $2.4 …
Residents urged not to move firewood to protect trees
Manistee News Advocate – In recognition of Firewood Month, Michigan’s Invasive Species Program staff is taking a few minutes to unpack some firewood facts to help you make safe firewood …
This tiny insect is killing thousands of majestic tress in West Michigan – MLive
“Majestic hemlocks towering on dunes and along streams in Ottawa County may soon be a thing of the past if a tiny insect cannot be controlled. The invasive hemlock woolly …
How Northwest Michigan is Fighting Hemlock Destruction
Check out the article below from the Benzie County Record Patriot, where ISN’s own Audrey Menninga speaks on the work being done around Frankfort to battle HWA, highlighting the work …
Plan now for spring treatment of HWA
The Michigan DNR is recommending that homeowners remain proactive regarding the health of their hemlock trees with the following statement: “If hemlock trees on your property show signs of hemlock …
HWA Found in Manistee and Van Buren Counties
Hemlock woolly adelgid has been confirmed by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) in two more Michigan counties- Manistee and Van Buren. This brings the total number …
March 2025 – State awards $3.6 million for invasive species prevention and control
The state of Michigan in March 2025 announced that 32 projects will share $3.6 million in grants through the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program for efforts that address the prevention, detection, …
Eyes on the Forest – Michigan’s Sentinel Tree Network
The “Eyes on the Forest” program relies on volunteers like you to monitor Sentinel Trees across the state for signs of invasive forest pests. Click here to learn how you …
HWA Found in Leelanau County, Summer 2024
Hemlock woolly adelgid was detected in Leelanau County in August 2024, marking the ninth county in Michigan with a positive case and updating the furthest north extent of infestation. Read …
HWA Found in Antrim County, Winter 2024
Hemlock woolly adelgid was detected in early 2024, near the village of Torch Lake, MI. At the time, this detection brought the total number of counties with positive infestations to …
March 2024 – State awards $3.6 million for invasive species projects
The state of Michigan in March 2024 announced that 31 projects will share $3.6 million in grants through the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program. This cycle marks the MISGP’s 10th anniversary. …
Extent Maps
Efforts continue in the fight against Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in and beyond Ottawa County. Surveys and treatments continue to be managed on both public and private property. The four-county …
Invasive hemlock woolly adelgid found in northern Benzie County
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development recently verified a new detection of invasive hemlock woolly adelgid at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in northern Benzie County. To …
Hemlock woolly adelgid found in Ludington State Park
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently confirmed a new detection of invasive hemlock woolly adelgid at Ludington State Park in Mason County. On Oct. 19, a single hemlock woolly …
HWA in Mason County
On March 6, 2020 the Department of Natural Resources confirmed the presence of hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) in Mason County. Survey and treatment updates will be provided as they become …
County pursues HWA treatment at area parks
Ottawa County Parks has established a management plan to limit the spread of hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA). The county has opted for injections of a pesticide in high-risk areas of …