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How’d That Get There? The Invasive Species Regulation Process in Michigan
Over 50 invasive species, from mussels and snails to fish and flowers, are regulated in Michigan – meaning they’re illegal to possess, introduce, import, sell or trade. But how does a species get on that list? Join Susie Iott of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and Katie Grzesiak from the Department of Natural Resources to learn how and why species become regulated, the risk assessment used to evaluate invasive plants, and how you can be involved in the process.
Virtual Webinar
Start: October 21, 2026 9:00 AM
End: October 21, 2026 10:00 AM
Over 50 invasive species, from mussels and snails to fish and flowers, are regulated in Michigan – meaning they’re illegal to possess, introduce, import, sell or trade. But how does a species get on that list? Join Susie Iott of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and Katie Grzesiak from the Department of Natural Resources to learn how and why species become regulated, the risk assessment used to evaluate invasive plants, and how you can be involved in the process.