MSU Extension Forestry

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  Forestry researcher will work with scientists in Mexico, Italy to advance ‘climate-smart forestry’

  Published on June 24, 2024
  Michigan State University (MSU) Department of Forestry Professor David MacFarlane has been selected for the Fulbright Global Scholar Award for 2024-2025.

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  When decorating for the holidays, don’t overlook the lovely White Pine, Michigan’s state tree

  Published on June 2, 2024
  Go green by considering a native tree species to help dress up your December.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension to host field days around the state this summer

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Growers and producers will have the chance to participate in field days across Michigan.

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  Priority Plant Patrol encourages community scientists to watch for invasive species

  Published on April 25, 2024
  Community members can monitor sentinel trees for invasive forest pests and survey local hiking trails for priority list invasive forest plants through the Michigan Eyes on the Forest Priority Plant Patrol Program.

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  Alternatives to Callery pear, an invasive and troublesome landscape tree

  Published on April 22, 2024
  For homeowners or landscapers in Michigan looking to plant small to medium flowering trees this spring, consider these alternatives to Callery pear.

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  Some species of trees green-up earlier than others

  Published on April 8, 2024
  Once spring green-up starts in the forest, each species of tree follows its own schedule.

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  Wind is essential to natural processes

  Published on April 8, 2024
  Whether it’s a blowing winter gale or a soft summer breeze, the wind has an effect on the ecology of plants and animals.

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  Eliminating egg masses now will prevent leaf eating spongy moth caterpillars next spring

  Published on April 8, 2024
  Spring caterpillar hatch can be lessened without using chemicals by finding and eliminating the egg masses from which the caterpillars hatch.

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  How weather affects fall colors

  Published on April 8, 2024
  Weather factors, particularly temperature and moisture, can affect the display of fall colors across Michigan.