Resources
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Helping Farm Families Transition their Farm Business to the Next Generation
Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension works to improve farm personal well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan. -
Balsam Woolly Adelgid in Michigan
Published on May 28, 2024
A fact sheet on the presence of Balsam Woolly Adelgid in Michigan -
Up, Down or Steady? 2023 Season Recap
Published on May 7, 2024
Growers from around the Great Lakes region were interviewed regarding their sales for the 2023 holiday season. Find out how your farm compares with others in the region. -
Weed Biology & Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Canada Thistle
Published on May 1, 2024
Biology and ManagementA of Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense) in Christmas Tree Production. -
How to Speak Christmas Tree – IPM: Abiotic Injury
Published on May 1, 2024
In this edition of How to Speak Christmas Tree, we are continuing our discussion of Integrated Pest Management, or IPM. -
Balsam Woolly Adelgid in Michigan - Great Lakes Christmas Tree Journal
Published on May 1, 2024
In this article, you will learn about BWA. How to detect BWA, options for managing it, and where and how to report an infestation. -
Soil Microbial Community Dynamics Across Michigan Farms
Published on February 26, 2024
Soil health is an important concept that has grown exponentially in the public and private sectors over the past decades. -
Climate Change Impacts on Christmas Tree Production in the Midwestern Region
Published on February 26, 2024
This bulletin will discuss climate trends, expected impacts for Christmas tree production, and potential methods to mitigate these challenges. -
Field Horsetail: A Plant As Old As Time
Published on February 2, 2024
Explore what it is about field horsetail that makes it so persistent and what the options are if it is undesirable. -
How to Speak Christmas Tree: Managing insect pests through IPM
Published on January 1, 2024
In this edition of ‘How to speak Christmas tree,’ we continue our discussion of IPM for Christmas trees, focusing on key concepts and terms related to IPM for insect pests.