Monarch Joint Venture Blog

Mapping Milkweed for Monarchs: Using Innovative Technology to Support Biodiversity Conservation
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- Conservation Stories
- MJV Partnership News
- Recent Research
- Habitat News
The POLLi software platform equips conservation organizations with a novel tool to streamline data collection using drones, AI, and cloud computing. Read More

The MJV Introduces the Monarch NECTAR Hub
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- Community Science
- Education News
Learn about the MJV's Monarch NECTAR Hub: Network of Education on Conservation, Training, and Research. Now offering public classes online at your own pace. Read More

Empowering Educators: Enhancing Conservation Curriculum Skills
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- Education News
MJV’s education programs are one example of the partnership work that is the backbone of our organization. Together with the U.S. Forest Service International Programs, we were able to partner with the San Diego Zoo, University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum, and Lakeland Community College in Mentor, OH, to offer professional development opportunities for educators. The response from our participants makes it clear that these partnerships are a great thing. Read More

What is Milkweed Yellows Phytoplasma?
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- Habitat News
Those who support monarchs and pollinators by fostering monarch habitat know it is sometimes challenging. Several diseases and pests can affect milkweed, leaving habitat managers wondering what to do. Some symptoms of diseased or unhealthy milkweed plants include unusual spots on the leaves, misshapen or asymmetrical leaves or pods, or plants that appear wilted or weakened. Recent inquiries about yellowing or odd-looking milkweeds inspired us to dig into plant diseases, specifically milkweed yellows phytoplasma. Read More

Farmers for Monarchs Joins the MJV Network
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- MJV Partnership News
We are excited to share that Farmers for Monarchs has joined the partnership! Farmers for Monarchs collaborative is an initiative of the Keystone Policy Center, consisting of national organizations representing farmers, ranchers, and land owners, businesses working along the agricultural supply chain, researchers and academic institutions, federal and state entities, and conservation organizations. Read More