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New York Times Why Do Christmas Trees Cost More This Year?
December 3, 2021
There are fewer tree farms these days, and some were hit by severe weather. Plus, both real and fake trees have been affected by higher shipping costs.
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Bloomberg Businessweek Availability of Real Trees this Holiday Season
December 2, 2021
Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec bring together the latest news from the world of business and finance and the interesting stories of global technology, politics, economics and more by harnessing the power of Bloomberg Businessweek. In this episode, Marsha Gray, Executive Director at the Christmas Tree Promotion Board, discusses the availability of real trees this […]
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NBC News Possible Tight Supply of Christmas Trees This Year
November 25, 2021
Could the Grinch steal your Christmas tree? We visit Christmas tree farms across the country as growers warn there could be a limited supply this year.
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Survey Says ’Tis The Season To Switch!
November 1, 2021
89% of people who previously bought artificial Christmas trees and switched to a real Christmas tree last year wish they had made the change sooner. HOWELL, Mich., Nov. 1, 2021 – Americans are eager for more celebrations, more decorations and more real Christmas trees this year, according to a new survey from the Christmas Tree […]
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Updated supply information from growers of real Christmas trees
October 25, 2021
The number, variety, and size of real Christmas trees may vary retailer by retailerthis season, but trees will still be available across the country. HOWELL, Mich., Oct. 25, 2021 – The latest outlook from the Christmas Tree Promotion Board is that despite challenges this year, if shoppers are flexible they can expect to go home […]
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Outlook for real Christmas trees in 2021 is positive despite challenges
October 8, 2021
Growers overcome summer’s Pacific Northwest heatwave to keep Christmas real. HOWELL, Mich., Sept. 20, 2021 — Resilience, thy name is farmer. The twin calamities of COVID-19 and climate events have made a mess of moving products to market for nearly any supplier of nearly any kind of goods. But for farmers who grow real Christmas trees, […]
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Outlook for real Christmas trees in 2021 is positive despite challenges
September 20, 2021
Growers overcome summer’s Pacific Northwest heat wave to keep Christmas real
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Forbes This Christmas Is A Great Time To Celebrate With A Tree
December 18, 2020
Many are looking to start new traditions this year with live Christmas trees.
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NBC – WXIA Pandemic has increased the demand for real Christmas trees
December 15, 2020
Atlanta reports on how the pandemic has increased the demand for real Christmas trees with many Americans opting for a real tree instead of an artificial one in 2020.
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New York Times Christmas tree sales are booming as pandemic-weary Americans seek solace.
December 6, 2020
As many people stay home for the holiday season, planning smaller celebrations as they seek some joy during the coronavirus pandemic, Americans like Mr. Yang seem to be driving up demand for Christmas trees.
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There’s a real Christmas tree for everyone who wants one!
December 2, 2020
With three weekends to go and a second wave of real Christmas tree shoppers headed out, talk of shortages is premature.
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NBC Today Show
VIDEO: The TODAY Show shares tips with viewers for selecting, cutting down and safely setting up your real Christmas tree for a merry and bright holiday.
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ABC Good Morning America
December 1, 2020
VIDEO: Good Morning America shares what to know when buying a real Christmas tree and reports on the sales surge amid the pandemic.
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ABC – WJLA Real or fake? Why more people are opting for real Christmas trees during the pandemic
It appears the demand for real Christmas trees are up this holiday season. It’s still early but Marsha Gray, the Executive Director of The Christmas Tree Promotion Board, said both wholesale tree farmers and small cut-your-own lots are reporting an increase in demand.
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ABC World News Tonight
November 30, 2020
VIDEO: ABC World News Tonight with David Muir reports on local Christmas tree farms in every corner of the country bringing joy to Americans this holiday and asks: What’s your one thing?
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NBC Nightly News
November 28, 2020
VIDEO: NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt reports on soaring sales of real Christmas trees and CTPB survey data showing that 25% of people who had an artificial tree or no tree at all last year plan to buy a real Christmas tree this season.
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Associated Press Many turn to real Christmas trees as bright spot amid virus
November 27, 2020
The real Christmas tree industry, which has been battling increased interest in artificial trees, is glad to see that more Americans appear to be flocking to fresh-cut evergreens this season, seeking a bright spot amid the virus’s worsening toll.
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Two-thirds of kids prefer a real tree for Christmas – but what about Santa?
November 10, 2020
Five- to 10-year-olds name the best Christmas tree pickers in their family, set limits on what they would and wouldn’t do to make sure their tree is the real deal, and estimate just how long it takes to grow one (give or take 500 years).
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Real Christmas trees can help end a difficult year with good memories
October 27, 2020
Nearly a quarter of survey respondents who put up an artificial tree last year – or no tree at all – say they are likely put up a real Christmas tree this year.
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Real Christmas Tree Supply Is Merry And Bright
December 9, 2019
With two weekends to go before Christmas there are still plenty of real Christmas trees available for holiday shoppers, despite some reports to the contrary.
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Real Simple The Right Way to Care for a Live Christmas Tree So It Stays Fresher for Longer
It takes a little effort and some TLC to get a Christmas tree looking ready for guests and photos—but it’s worth every ounce of water (and every scattered pine needle) to keep a live Christmas tree fresh and vibrant through the holidays.
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It’s Christmas. Keep it Real!
November 27, 2019
Picking out a real Christmas tree is the No. 1 favorite holiday activity for families in the Western United States, ranking above activities such as shopping for presents, participating in cookie swaps, and visiting extended family, survey results reveal.
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Red Tricycle4 Red Tricycle Editors Share Their Heartwarming Real Christmas Tree Memories
Making family memories this holiday season starts with choosing a real Christmas tree. From the scent to the search, a real Christmas tree is something your family will never forget, and an experience that an artificial tree can never replace.
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The Kelly Clarkson ShowWhitney Cummings And Lil Rel Howery Learn How To Cat-Proof A Christmas Tree
November 22, 2019
Kelly Clarkson, Whitney Cummings and Lil Rel Howery learn how to pick the perfect Christmas tree from father-and-son Christmas tree farmers George and Ryan.
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Real Christmas Trees Make Real Family Memories
November 6, 2019
Real Christmas tree purchasers are more likely to place high importance on creating new holiday traditions with their families when compared with artificial tree users, a new survey reveals.
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Red TricycleThese Moms Rock the Christmas Tree Biz—Here Are Their Stories
December 17, 2018
Starting the day after Thanksgiving, countless families across the country make it their mission to find that perfect Christmas tree—whether it’s at a u-pick farm, a seasonal lot, in the parking structure of the local hardware store or even online!
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Red Tricycle6 Red Tricycle Editors Reveal Their Most Memorable Christmas Tree Moments
November 30, 2018
Once the Thanksgiving turkey is polished off it’s go time: the search for the most perfect and fresh Christmas tree is on!
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