News
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It’s a great time to take foliar and soil samples in your Christmas tree fields
Published on October 28, 2013
Collecting soil and foliar samples in Christmas tree fields now can help you adjust your nutrient management program for the next growing season. -
Late season insects can still affect the quality of Christmas trees
Published on October 4, 2013
Warmer fall temperatures may allow insects to continue to be active and affect the quality of Christmas trees before harvest. -
Pine and rose chafers are active in Christmas tree fields
Published on June 27, 2013
Pine and rose chafers are now appearing. Feeding causes broken, green and brown needles, leaving the trees looking ragged in appearance. -
Leader damage from birds and weevils showing up on spruce and other conifers
Published on June 27, 2013
Wilted or drooping leaders that were damaged from birds or white pine weevils are visible in Christmas tree fields and landscapes. -
Adults of Douglas fir needle midge have begun emerging
Published on May 22, 2013
Douglas fir needle midge can cause unacceptable needle loss. Larvae cause galls to form on current-year needles. Severe infestations can cause unacceptable needle loss. -
2013 Likely to be a big year for cones in Fraser fir plantations
Published on May 9, 2013
Warm, dry weather in 2012 sets the stage for heavy coning for Christmas tree growers in 2013. -
Spruce gall midge adults emerging and laying eggs now
Published on May 9, 2013
Damage from spruce gall midge can kill individual shoots and repeated attacks can disfigure spruce trees, making them unsalable. -
Pine bark adelgid becoming active in white pines
Published on April 12, 2013
Know how to identify pine bark adelgids and what chemical control measures are required if needed to protect tree health. -
Considerations for pesticide use and selection this season for growing Christmas trees
Published on April 12, 2013
Christmas tree growers should consider the potential negative impacts of excessive or inadequate use of pesticides and utilize IPM strategies to minimize risks. -
Integrated pest management resources at MSU
Published on April 1, 2013
As the 2013 season approaches, get up-to-date on the latest resources and tools to help you make in-season pest management decisions.