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Real Christmas trees: Which one is right for you?

Published on November 22, 2024
Consumers have an array of different Christmas trees to choose.
Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

Published on November 22, 2024
Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.
Living Christmas trees: Another real tree option

Published on November 22, 2024
Enjoy holiday memories for years to come with a living tree.
Tips for success with your first real Christmas tree

Published on November 22, 2024
Consider these tips to enjoy buying and setting up your farm-grown Christmas tree this holiday season.
Michigan Christmas tree market looks steady for the 2024 season

Published on November 22, 2024
Despite some media reports, the Northeast drought and damage from Hurricane Helene should have minimal impact on the supply of Christmas trees.
MDARD In-Person Core Review and Testing, RUP credits offered December 6

Published on November 14, 2024
Participants will review the core manual and take the core pesticide applicator test at the Saginaw Valley Research and Center. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available from MDARD.
Entrenamiento sobre la Seguridad del Manejo de los Pesticidas y la Protección del Trabajador ofrecido en inglés y en español 12 de diciembre en Great Lakes Expo 2024

Published on November 14, 2024
Por la tarde, los participantes podrán tomar el examen RUP de certificación para la aplicación de Pesticidas de Uso Restringido de MDARD y también podrán recibir la capacitación sobre el Estándar de Protección al Trabajador requerida por la EPA WPS.
Pesticide Safety and Worker Protection Safety Training offered in English and Spanish December 12 at Great Lakes Expo 2024

Published on November 14, 2024
Registration is open for the Pesticide Safey and Worker Protection training happening at GLEXPO 2024 on December 12. Participants will be able to take the MDARD RUP test in the afternoon as well as receive required EPA WPS training.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.
Fall-time farm management decisions and how Michigan State University Extension can help

Published on October 30, 2024
Fall is a great time to review your farm production year’s status and outlook. Free education and resources are available to help make difficult decisions or adjustments for successful farm management.