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Farming through the haze

Published on August 13, 2025
Michigan has been intermittently blanketed with wildfire haze over the past several years. Learn more about the importance of monitoring your local air quality index (AQI) and how to work safely on high AQI days.
Michigan State University's Bert Cregg named to Christmas Tree Growers Hall of Fame

Published on August 7, 2025
Bert Cregg has been inducted into the Michigan Christmas Tree Association's Hall of Fame for his outstanding service, research and dedication to advancing Michigan’s Christmas tree industry.
Michigan State University Extension seeks input from pesticide applicators and agribusiness on new EPA regulations

Published on August 4, 2025
Please complete this brief survey to assist MSU Extension in identifying needs related to pesticide label changes, Bulletins Live! Two and the Endangered Species Act.
Registration now open for MSU Christmas tree summer meeting

Published on July 28, 2025
See the latest MSU research in exotic fir tree species, practices that improve tree establishment, weed management strategies and more.
Christmas tree irrigation: When and how much should I irrigate?

Published on June 23, 2025
Using an evapotranspiration model to determine irrigation scheduling can conserve water and improve tree production
Join MSU Extension at the Michigan Christmas Tree Association summer meeting

Published on June 20, 2025
See the latest in all things Christmas tree at the upcoming National Christmas Tree Meeting in July.
Armillaria root rot in Christmas tree plantations

Published on June 3, 2025
Armillaria root rot is a silent killer of woody trees. Proper identification and management can lessen future tree loss.
Managing Phytophthora root rot in Christmas tree plantations

Published on May 22, 2025
Careful site assessment and species selection are critical to minimizing the impacts of this potentially devastating disease.
Christmas tree field report – April 28, 2025

Published on April 30, 2025
Updates on pest management, scouting and farm notes from Christmas tree producers across Michigan.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.