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Christmas Trees
MSU Extension’s programming for Christmas tree growers utilizes field educators, campus-based specialists and researchers to provide educational programming.
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Zimmerman pine shoot moth: A real problem to Scotch and Austrian pine trees
Published on March 16, 2012
Damage by Zimmerman pine moth can be effectively controlled by a combination of monitoring, timely destruction of infested trees and appropriate use of insecticides. -
Growing true fir in the Great Lakes region
Published on August 21, 2009
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Selective weed control in Christmas tree plantations
Published on May 26, 2006
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Freezing temperatures
Published on May 30, 2008
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Start scouting for pine tortoise scale
Published on June 16, 2006
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Getting ready for those early insects
Published on February 25, 2011
It’s never too early to begin scouting your trees and fields for early season pests, such as Zimmerman pine moth and white pine weevil. -
What is the GDD in your area?
Published on March 27, 2012
Enviro-weather is a tool that all nurseries and landscapers should be using. Here is a sneek preview of what it has to offer. -
Eriophyid mites on conifers
Published on June 26, 2009
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Early spring 2018 events for greenhouse, nursery and Christmas tree growers
Published on January 8, 2018
Seven events during the early spring focus on plant nutrition, marketing, sustainable nursery crop production, worker protection standards and solar power. -
Eriophyid mites are now active on conifers
Published on July 15, 2016
Large numbers of eriophyid mites have been found on spruce, hemlock and Fraser fir in 2016. -
Scout for pine tortoise scale crawlers
Published on June 11, 2010
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Focus on the forest for the holidays — benefits of real trees, wreaths and boughs
Published on November 21, 2017
Bringing fresh greenery into your home around the holidays is environmentally friendly and healthy for you and your family. -
Considerations for pesticide use and selection this season for growing Christmas trees
Published on April 12, 2013
Christmas tree growers should consider the potential negative impacts of excessive or inadequate use of pesticides and utilize IPM strategies to minimize risks. -
IPM Academy to offer continuing education credits
Published on January 23, 2012
Need more continuing education credits in 2012? The IPM Academy on February 20-21 will offer 16 Pesticide Recertification credits, 9 Certified Crop Advisor credits, MAEAP Phase I credits, and 7 Certified Green Industry Professional credits! -
Look out for mites in Christmas trees
Published on April 30, 2010
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Late season insects can still affect the quality of Christmas trees
Published on October 4, 2013
Warmer fall temperatures may allow insects to continue to be active and affect the quality of Christmas trees before harvest. -
Spruce adelgids: Time to control nymphs
Published on September 21, 2007
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Tricking pine shoot beetle with trap logs
Published on February 27, 2013
Trap logs are very effective in reducing pine shoot beetle populations in Scotch pine Christmas tree fields. Growers enrolling in the Pine Shoot Beetle Compliance Program need to place trap logs in fields by March 1 or 15, depending on location. -
Glyphosate-resistant horseweed confirmed in Michigan
Published on May 11, 2007
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Mid-summer Christmas tree pest update
Published on July 16, 2010