Real Trees, Real Talk
Do you love real trees? Whether you’re looking for information on the benefits of real trees, tips on choosing a tree, where to find your real tree or advice on caring for your selected tree, you’re in the right place!
The Lunchbreak Sessions
Our Research Team, Guests and CTCNS staff dive into topics from research to business and all in-between. Each topic is requested by or holds an interest to Christmas tree producers, and is shared here for later viewing!
Research
Interested in learning about recent research relevant to the Christmas tree industry? Visit our Research section to learn and explore our latest updates. Send us a message to get involved.
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The Latest Updates
Wildfire Prevention & Response Guide for Christmas Tree Growers
Wildfires pose a growing risk to Christmas tree farms across Nova Scotia, especially during dry, windy seasons. Being prepared can make the difference between protecting
Phytophthora Root Rot in Christmas Trees
By Lienna Hoeg, Christmas Tree Specialist with Perennia Food & Agriculture Phytophthora root rot is an increasingly serious threat to Christmas tree production in Nova
Winters Aftermath
Written by Lienna Hoeg, Christmas Tree Specialist with Perennia Food & Agriculture Winter poses several challenges for Christmas tree growers in Nova Scotia. Understanding the
Meet the Team
Brittany Frenette
General Manager
Andee Weatherby
Research Manager
Fraser Macnab
Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator
Lienna Hoeg
Christmas Tree Specialist- Perennia
Alisha Morrison
Administrative Manager
Luke MacLaughlin
Research Technician
ABOUT US
Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia
We provide educational content and information for Christmas Tree Growers with informative speeches and practical advice from industry professionals, sponsors and special guests developed to help you grow and operate your tree production business.
We teach everything you need to know to better grow, manage pests, develop soil, calibrate, label, transport, business plan, negotiate, and succession plan. We provide you with informative sessions about work place safety including necessary Covid 19 protocols.
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Interested in learning more about Christmas tree growing, the industry, and more? Attend one of our upcoming sessions.
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