Monarch Joint Venture Blog
Unveiling the Latest in Monarch Conservation Research: A Recap of MJV’s 2023 Annual Research Review
Since 2020, the Monarch Joint Venture (MJV) has been diligently organizing annual research reviews to ensure that partner organizations, networks, and enthusiasts remain informed about the most recent findings in monarch conservation. These reviews serve as a platform for summarizing and discussing peer-reviewed research, commentaries, and technical reports related to monarch conservation efforts. Read More
A New Era: Prairie Oaks Institute Passes the Torch to Monarch Joint Venture
Change is the heartbeat of progress, and today, we at the Monarch Joint Venture (MJV) stand at the threshold of a remarkable transformation. With gratitude and anticipation, we are excited to announce the acquisition of a beautiful and cherished farm and nature campus in Belle Plaine, Minnesota. This 20-acre property was gifted to us by the Prairie Oaks Institute at Robert Creek and has a long line of conservation stewards and caretakers. We are honored to continue this legacy of land stewardship and embrace this location as an embodiment of our conservation mission. Read More
Western Monarch Count Declines
Over 400 volunteers surveyed 256 overwintering sites this winter, tallying a total of 233,394 monarch butterflies across the western overwintering sites. Read More
IUCN Changes Migratory Monarch Status from Endangered to Vulnerable
The IUCN has changed the status of the migratory monarch. Learn about the reasons for this decision and the current status of the migratory monarch. Read More
The MJV Introduces the Monarch NECTAR Hub
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