Christmas Tree Farms
Hello there everybody and welcome to another edition of Farmview. It’s December, so I thought I’d talk a little bit about Christmas tree farms.
When you think of a Christmas tree farm you probably don’t think of it as a traditional agricultural enterprise…. but it IS. Christmas tree farmers face many of the same problems as vegetable growers.
A Christmas tree farmer must contend with government regulations regarding herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers. He must also make efficient use of his water supply.
The exact origin of the Christmas tree seems to remain under debate; but the symbol probably evolved from pagan traditions. The Norse pagans and Celtic Druids believed evergreens to be divine manifestations because they didn’t die, and stayed green and alive from year to year. Soon the trees were moved indoors and were decorated for special winter festivals. The first trees used as symbols of Christmas are credited to 16th century Christians who brought decorated trees into their homes.
There are lots of good reasons to choose a real Christmas tree over an artificial one…the look, the scent, the very feel of a real Christmas tree.
So, visit a cut-your-own Christmas tree farm near you. It offers a lot of great, holiday family fun!
Let me know what you think. You can always reach me by email by simply going to my web site at farmviewradio.com. That’s it for now. Until next time, always remember, no farms, no food! So long.
Joe Scott’s opinions are his own, and not necessarily those of this web site or its sponsors