Current Issues Affecting Michigan Local Governments: Dealing With the Threat of Invasive Species

The threat of invasive plant species pose a risk to communities across Michigan and are a danger to more than just native plant life. MSU Extension Educator Julie Crick discusses the threat of invasive species and the challenges they pose for Michigan communities. Emmet Conservation District Manager and Program Coordinator Jackie Pilette presents on the specific threat posed by knotweed, sharing why it is a particularly threatening invasive plant and helping local governments understand how to deal with it.