What is my responsibility, as a Christmas tree grower, in shipping cut trees out of Michigan?
The Michigan Department of Agriculture will assist you in getting your trees certified for shipment to your desired Destination State or country, where possible. This whole effort needs to be one of cooperation on the part of the grower and the department. Be aware that pest interceptions on Michigan Christmas trees in other states or countries could put the Michigan Christmas tree industry at risk. You should scout your plantation and surrounding areas in late winter, checking for egg masses; and also during the growing season, checking for any signs of gypsy moth activity. Treatment with a recommended pesticide should occur, following label instructions, when there is any indication of gypsy moth or other quarantine pests.
