MSU Extension Christmas Trees

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  Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 2

  Published on February 16, 2024
  Managing poison ivy early in Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan.

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  Don’t touch! How to identify and manage poison ivy in Christmas tree production – Part 1

  Published on February 16, 2024
  Identifying poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) early in a Christmas tree rotation can help growers develop an effective control plan.

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  MSU Extension Christmas tree team launches grower needs survey

  Published on February 13, 2024
  Michigan Christmas tree growers are asked to complete a survey to better determine research and educational goals.

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  Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

  Published on November 16, 2023
  Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.

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  Real Christmas trees: Which one is right for you?

  Published on November 16, 2023
  Consumers still have an array of choices as supplies tighten for some Christmas tree species.

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  When it comes to Christmas trees, when is a shortage not a shortage?

  Published on November 16, 2023
  Michigan consumers looking for a real Christmas tree will have plenty of options.

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  MSU Extension announces statewide public listening sessions in November and December

  Published on November 6, 2023
  Staff, partners and members of the public alike are encouraged to attend and voice their ideas to help shape the future of Extension.

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  Michigan pesticide applicator review sessions, recertifications credits, and testing options for winter 2023 through spring 2024

  Published on October 19, 2023
  Frequently asked questions about when and where pesticide applicators can earn education credits or take the certification exam.

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  New farm manager named at MSU Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center

  Published on October 2, 2023
  Michael de Schaaf has been named farm manager effective Oct. 1.

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  New USDA funding supports mentors for farmers transitioning to organic production

  Published on October 2, 2023
  Sign up now to be a paid mentor or mentee in the Transition to Organic Partnership Program.