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How to identify and manage hairy bittercress in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 1
Published on May 20, 2022
Identifying hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta L.) early in container production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan. -
How to identify and manage hairy bittercress in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 2
Published on May 20, 2022
Managing hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta L.) early in container production can help growers improve their ornamental production. -
Christmas tree scouting report - May 18, 2022
Published on May 20, 2022
Severe spruce gall midge damage was found in several farms. Disease pressure increasing with new shoot growth. -
Christmas trees 101: Nutrient management
Published on May 18, 2022
Proper soil nutrient management is a win-win scenario that improves grower efficiency and protects the environment. -
Christmas tree scouting report - May 11, 2022
Published on May 11, 2022
Scouting, weather and farm practice updates for Christmas tree growers. -
Christmas trees 101: Weed management
Published on May 5, 2022
Weed pressure can reduce seedling survivability and marketability of mature trees, directly impacting farm profitability. -
Christmas trees 101: Site selection and modifications
Published on April 25, 2022
Choosing a suitable site for Christmas tree production prior to planting will set your farm up for success. If your site has less than ideal properties, having management strategies to minimize those problem areas can still be successful. -
Christmas trees 101: Soil test to optimize production
Published on April 6, 2022
Soil testing is critical before and during a Christmas tree rotation. -
Plant identification? There’s an app for that—actually several!
Published on April 1, 2022
2022 update! Plant identification apps for smart phones have seen significant improvements over the past several years, offering the opportunity to take a photo and get an instant identification in many cases. -
Balsam wooly adelgid in Michigan update for spring 2022
Published on March 24, 2022
MDARD staff conducted an extensive survey to investigate if other Balsam wooly adelgid sites existed.
