College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

Restoring native oak trees

MacReady Reserve is a demonstration forest that houses an educational trail system where visitors can observe ongoing research and enjoy the environment.

Growing and Marketing Christmas Trees

Published on August 17, 2016

A session discussing all aspects of growing Christmas trees.

Improving black cherry trees

Michigan State University researchers have teamed up with the U.S. Forest Service to test a variety of black cherry tree seedlings, evaluating them for their growth, stem form, branch angle, and disease and insect tolerance qualities.

Carpenter ants nesting in trees and homes

Published on October 5, 2017
Carpenter ants in trees and houses are an indicator of a moisture and decay problem. Locating the problem gives you opportunity to act.

Growing vegetable gardens near black walnut trees

Published on April 22, 2016
When establishing vegetable gardens near black walnut trees, select juglone-tolerant vegetables and plant in raised beds with barriers that prevent walnut roots growing into the bed.

Christmas trees are naturally social distanced

Published on November 13, 2020
Farms and tree lots are prepared for a safe holiday season.

Planting Oak Trees Video

FBIC Director Jesse Randall discusses planting oaks on a recently harvested blowdown site to promote reforestation and improve wildlife habitat in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. proper planting techniques are shown, as is planting layout and design to maximize wildlife use.

Forcing spring flowering trees and shrubs to bloom indoors

Published on March 2, 2018
Bring an early spring indoors with blooms from flowering trees and shrubs.

Planting Bareroot and Potted Fruit Trees

MSU FBIC Jesse Randall discusses planting young bareroot and potted fruit trees at the station in the Upper Peninsula. Trees will provide fruit at the station and for wildlife. Follow the trees over the years as we bring you follow up videos on pruning, spraying etc.

Cleaning up damaged trees after a windstorm

Published on March 10, 2017
Use caution when dealing with downed trees and limbs and don’t hesitate to call a professional.

Long-term Management of Hardwood trees

Michigan State University researchers from Fred Russ Forest and the MSU forestry department is running several long-term studies to investigate silvicultural practices that result in the regeneration of the Oak species.