MSU Extension Christmas Trees

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  Christmas tree update – May 26, 2023

  Published on May 30, 2023
  Be prepared for continued warm temperatures and no precipitation. Irrigate trees wherever possible, especially on recently planted fields.

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  USDA Pandemic Assistance Revenue programs are still available to producers for a limited time

  Published on May 16, 2023
  Applications for programs for losses from 2020 and/or 2021 are available until June 2.

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  MSU Extension bulletin highlights alternatives to blue spruce

  Published on May 11, 2023
  As blue spruce trees continue to decline throughout Michigan, this guide provides replacement suggestions for homeowners and landscapers.

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  Christmas tree update – May 11, 2023

  Published on May 11, 2023
  Be prepared for warm temperatures and increased pace of pest and disease development.

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  Grow the trees, not the weeds

  Published on May 11, 2023
  Register now for the MSU Extension Christmas tree team field day on July 6. Space is limited.

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  The cone wars: How do we stop them?

  Published on May 8, 2023
  Removing Fraser fir cones is a costly, labor-intensive practice, but recent research provides some new management options.

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  Christmas tree spring update – April 19, 2023

  Published on April 21, 2023
  Warmer than typical temperatures have pushed much of the state seven to 14 days ahead in degree day accumulation and will affect management on the farm.

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  Poison hemlock identification and control

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Poison hemlock is a potentially dangerous weed found in Michigan, and identifying it is the first step in controlling it.

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  Irrigation season: Start with inspections and repairs

  Published on April 19, 2023
  Running through a checklist of inspections and repairs for each irrigation system greatly improves the chance of being able to start irrigating the day the crop needs it.

• Still time to report large or significant water use

  Published on April 14, 2023
  Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan have until at least June 1 to report their water use for water sources with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute or greater.