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Real Christmas trees: Which one is right for you?

Published on November 22, 2024
Consumers have an array of different Christmas trees to choose.
Living Christmas trees: Another real tree option

Published on November 22, 2024
Enjoy holiday memories for years to come with a living tree.
Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

Published on November 22, 2024
Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.
Michigan Christmas tree market looks steady for the 2024 season

Published on November 22, 2024
Despite some media reports, the Northeast drought and damage from Hurricane Helene should have minimal impact on the supply of Christmas trees.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.
Fall-time farm management decisions and how Michigan State University Extension can help

Published on October 30, 2024
Fall is a great time to review your farm production year’s status and outlook. Free education and resources are available to help make difficult decisions or adjustments for successful farm management.
Quarantine issued to prevent spread of balsam woolly adelgid

Published on September 23, 2024
An internal Michigan quarantine looks to prevent spread of balsam woolly adelgid.
Make your farm dreams a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on September 19, 2024
Join this learning community of urban farmers, homesteaders, farmworkers, educational gardeners and food system changemakers on Mondays from February to November.
MSU Extension DEMaND Series wins national award

Published on August 22, 2024
The DEMaND program was named National Winner of Search for Excellence by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.
Grants for farmers – Part 1: Grant listings

Published on August 1, 2024
Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others.