Finding New Sources for Ornamentals
02.56

At the W.K. Kellogg Experimental Forest, researchers are conducting a true fir test. The focus is on new conifers for Michigan's landscape. At the Kellogg Forest there are 42 different types of firs... 31 different species... 3 hybrids ... and some of the same species from different geographic regions. Researchers are looking for a new source of ornamental plants.

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Michigan Bat Communities
Part 1 - 02.14
Part 2 - 02.09

Researchers at W.K. Kellogg Experimental Forest are going batty as they study these winged Michigan mammals.

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Using Lures to Combat EAB
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Researchers at the W.K. Kellogg Experimental Forest are using purple panel detection traps in order to test various lures and chemicals that mimic ash trees. The goal is to attract the emerald ash borer and once an ideal lure is found, the lures can then be used in areas outside the core infestation areas in Michigan.

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