Resources

Increasing Point of Sale Efficiency: Hardware, Software and Bookkeeping Tips

Published on August 12, 2025
This article reviews Point of Sale (POS) systems and how to set up a farm bookkeeping system that can account for sales collected in several different ways.
How to Speak Christmas Tree: IPM: Weed Management

Published on August 12, 2025
Managing weeds is one of the most critical, and often frustrating components of operating a Christmas tree farm. In this edition, we examine weed management through an IPM lens.
MSU Research Update: Improving Conifer Plantation Establishment: Impacts of Pre- and Post-Planting Treatments

Published on August 12, 2025
This article summarizes MSU trials on pre- and post-planting treatments for improving conifer seedling survival, highlighting mulch as the most consistently beneficial under drought conditions.
Tree Diseases and Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Biology and Management of Needlecast Diseases for Christmas Tree Production

Published on August 12, 2025
Devkota’s article reviews needlecast diseases in Christmas tree production along with treatment options.
Irrigation: Turning Gallons into Inches

Published on August 4, 2025
This resource explains how to convert irrigation volumes in gallons to inches of water applied using flow rate, time and area. It includes formulas and examples for center-pivot and drip systems to help optimize scheduling and reduce water waste.
MSU Extension Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock Program has Statewide, National and International Impacts

Published on August 4, 2025
This report highlights 2024 projects conducted by MSU Extension on MSU Extension’s Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) program's first responder training, ERAIL response trailer placement and far-reaching programs.
Extension Agriculture & Agribusiness in Michigan

Published on August 4, 2025
Michigan State University Extension educators work with farms of all sizes to positively impact individual farming operations. When individual operations do well, their success helps to fuel state and local economies.
KBS Long-Term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) Aspirational Cropping System & NRCS Conservation Practices

Published on August 1, 2025
See which KBS LTAR practices can be implemented on your farm with the help of the NRCS.
Alerta Sobre La Polilla Del Boj

Published on July 31, 2025
Utilice la información proporcionada en esta hoja de consejos para buscar la polilla del boj (BTM) e informar cualquier posible avistamiento.
Box Tree Moth Alert

Published on July 31, 2025
Use the information provided in this tip sheet to look for box tree moth (BTM) and report any possible sightings.