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MSU Extension’s programming for Christmas tree growers utilizes field educators, campus-based specialists and researchers to provide educational programming.

Respirator guidelines to meet new Worker Protection Standards

Published on April 10, 2017
Growers will need a medical evaluation and respirator fit test to handle and apply some pesticides this season.
Soil Academy 2012 set for September 5

Published on June 4, 2012
MSU Extension’s Soil Academy 2012 is a refresher course in soil science designed to help farmers, crop consultants and agribusiness understand more advanced topics in soil fertility and nutrient management.
Updated pesticide management guide for Michigan Christmas tree growers

Published on March 7, 2018
The updated for 2018 Michigan Christmas Tree Pest Management Guide is now available for growers in making pesticide management decisions.
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics gets a brand-new website

Published on September 24, 2019
We invite you to explore our new website to learn about new services and reconnect with our diagnosticians.
Cooley and eastern spruce gall adelgids: Small pests that equal big problems

Published on April 9, 2021
These tiny insects are difficult to find but can easily be identified by the shoot galls they cause. If galls were abundant last year and an insecticide is needed, it can be applied in spring when the overwintering immature females are still exposed.
Protecting Austrian and Scotch pine from Zimmerman pine moth

Published on April 15, 2011
Pines weakened by these pests are susceptible to additional pest problems.
Irrigating with saline groundwater

Published on June 19, 2009
2013 Likely to be a big year for cones in Fraser fir plantations

Published on May 9, 2013
Warm, dry weather in 2012 sets the stage for heavy coning for Christmas tree growers in 2013.
Participate in the 2017 Michigan Garden Plant Tour

Published on June 7, 2017
Join fellow greenhouse growers, landscapers, garden center operators and nursery growers in this coordinated open house from July 24 to Aug. 4, 2017.
White pine blister rust damage showing up

Published on April 6, 2012
White pine blister rust cankers can kill branches or if they are found on the trunk they can girdle and eventually kill the tree.
Sheath mite on white pine

Published on May 1, 2009
Enviro-weather overnight temperature report

Published on March 26, 2012
MSU Enviro-weather provides a summary report of hours below freezing, forecasted low temperatures and late afternoon dew point reports for various weather stations and regions in the network across Michigan.
Keep an eye out for sawflies on your conifers

Published on June 19, 2009
Striped pine or tortoise scale?

Published on June 26, 2009
Christmas tree research webinar series starts January 30

Published on December 11, 2018
Learn about current research projects that will help growers effectively produce and market high-quality trees.
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – Sept. 7, 2018

Published on September 7, 2018
An update on strawberry root weevil adults, green stink bugs, tar spot on maples and leaf blotch on horse chestnuts.
Revised Baythroid XL label

Published on September 21, 2007
10 things to think about before establishing pollinator habitat

Published on June 8, 2016
Reduce the confusion about pollinator habitat options with this guide and an upcoming event.
Using nature’s clues to manage landscape pests

Published on May 9, 2011
This year more than most, use of local growing degree day accumulations can help pinpoint management stages in the life cycle of insects.
Exploring opportunities: Growing industrial hemp in Michigan

Published on July 8, 2019
Industrial hemp was legalized by the 2018 Farm Bill and is a new opportunity for Michigan growers. Join a four-part webinar series on growing industrial hemp, especially in greenhouse production.