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Reflecting on a Season as a Drone Technician: Navigating Challenges, Embracing Growth, and Building Memories

Dec 12, 2023

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  • Conservation Stories
  • Recent Research
  • Habitat News

2023 was the MJV’s first year deploying drone technicians to survey common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca). Our talented drone technicians, Josiah Velner and Luis Osorio, excelled through all the beta-testing and unforeseen challenges. In this blog post, Luis and Josiah share a glimpse into their first field season through their experiences as Conservation Corp of Minnesota and Iowa members with the MJV.  Read More

Thank You for Making It Possible: How Your Support Has Driven MJV's Accomplishments in 2023

Dec 11, 2023

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  • Conservation Stories

Your Support Powers Pollinator Conservation Read More

IUCN Changes Migratory Monarch Status from Endangered to Vulnerable

Dec 11, 2023

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  • Community Science
  • Population Trends
  • Important Monarch News

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

Mapping Milkweed for Monarchs: Using Innovative Technology to Support Biodiversity Conservation

Nov 14, 2023

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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

Oct 10, 2023

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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