Radio Newsline

What kind of price can we expect to pay for this year's real Christmas tree? (Gary Crawford and Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association)

Ten to fifteen years ago Christmas tree growers were worried about the long term future of their industry. Today that worry is changing into optimism. (Gary Crawford. Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association, and some Christmas tree buyers)

The Agriculture Department's Patio now has lighted and on display its 2023 holiday tree. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. Ethan Reese.)

Even with meteorological Winter set to begin Friday, there have been signs of winter weather in parts of the country throughout the Thanksgiving holiday period. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains how warmer than normal weather this fall has contributed to the feel of a recent string of cold outbreaks in parts of the country.

Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, talking about some areas that have seen some cold temperatures.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation are part of the forecast for the period of December 5 - 11.

If you want to find that perfect real Christmas tree this year, an expert says don't wait too long to buy it. (Gary Crawford and Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association)

Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association, saying that just as holiday gift shoppers are starting sooner than they used to, so it is with folks looking to buy a real Christmas tree.

A Gulf Coast system and storms from the Pacific Ocean should contribute to increased precipitation in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)