nursery which produces conifer trees suitable for Christmas 

 tree plantations. The U. S. Soil Conservation Service can 

 provide soil analysis tests to determine the suitability 

 of an area for tree planting. The Montana Christmas Tree 

 Association is doing extensive work in tree grading, 

 marketing and production and would welcome members from 

 throughout the State. Marketing information is available 

 through the State Forester. 



Information pertaining to the location of timber 

 stands suitable for Christmas tree production can be 

 obtained from the various U. S. Forest Service Ranger 

 District Offices, Bureau of Land Management offices and 

 from County Assessors who have timber classification 

 information on private lands . 



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