Resources
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Michigan Christmas Tree Pest Management Guide
Published on March 7, 2023
A comprehensive guide for Christmas tree pest management from insects to diseases to protecting pollinators. -
Weed Biology & Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Wild Carrot
Published on January 1, 2023
Biology and Management of Wild Carrot (Daucus carota) in Christmas Tree Production. -
Ions in Irrigation Water That Can Cause Problems in Christmas Tree Production
Published on January 1, 2023
Dr. Fernandez discusses essential elements that could be included in fertilizer, and how improper fertilizer handling and storage can cause problems if wells or reservoirs are contaminated. -
A Field Guide To Soil Sampling
Published on October 13, 2022
Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that. -
Alternatives to Glyphosate for Weed Control in Christmas Tree Production
Published on July 31, 2022
Due to development of glyphosate-resistant weeds and perceived issues related to the impact of glyphosate on human health, many growers desire alternative approaches to managing weeds. -
Biology & Control of Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense) in Michigan Christmas Tree Production
Published on July 12, 2022
Canada thistle is a major problem in Michigan Christmas tree production. It spreads quickly in a single season. This bulletin will help growers identify Canada thistle and develop management strategies for regulating it in their production systems. -
Great Lakes Irrigation Water Resources: A Brief Overview
Published on July 1, 2022
In this follow-up from the spring 22 issue, Dr. Fernandez continues the discussion on understanding water resources and why it is important when selecting a site for a new operation or expanding existing irrigated production. -
Managing Abiotic Problems in Christmas Tree Plantations
Published on July 1, 2022
Abiotic injury (or abiotic disease) is a ‘catch all’ group of plant problems. -
Matching Species to Site – Some Considerations: Part Two
Published on July 1, 2022
An examination of characteristics which influence the favorability or productivity of a given site will be identified and explored. -
Weed Biology & Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Barnyard grass
Published on July 1, 2022
Biology and Management of Barnyardgrass (Echinochloa crus-galli) in Christmas Tree Production.