Interested in starting a Christmas tree farm? A workshop will be held for potential new growers and individuals desiring to learn more on how to produce Fraser fir Christmas trees. Jeff Owen, NC State Christmas Tree Specialist will cover basic but critical topics such as site selection and preparation, planting scenarios, alternate tree species, an introduction to the pests, budget costs, shearing, marketing, annual practices and more, along with a Q & A.
The meeting will take place at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Macon County Center located at 193 Thomas Heights Rd Franklin, NC on Thursday December 8th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. To register for this program or for more information contact Christy Bredenkamp, Macon Extension Director at 828 349 2049 or email clbreden@ncsu.edu
