Germany’s Christmas tree season begins with higher prices and thriving Nordmann firs
The Christmas tree season has kicked off in Hagen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Minister of Economic Affairs, Mona Neubaur, and Germany's Christmas Tree Queen, Sarah Neßhöver, marked the start by felling the first tree of the season at Gut Kuhweide estate. This year, Christmas trees of all varieties are set to be pricier. At Gut Kuhweide, a Nordmann fir, the most popular choice, costs €26 per meter. Despite the increase, the outlook is positive. The Nordmann fir, known for its hardiness and resilience to climate change, has thrived this year across the region. The Sauerland region alone contributes significantly to the economy, producing and selling seven million trees annually. Minister Neubaur, a fan of the Nordmann fir, is optimistic about the season. She and Sarah Neßhöver, the current German Christmas Tree Queen, started the season on a positive note, highlighting the region's thriving tree crops. With the Christmas tree season officially underway, consumers can expect to pay more for their festive greenery this year. Despite the price increase, the Nordmann fir remains the top choice, followed by blue spruce and noble fir. The region's strong crop and economic significance are reasons for optimism as the holiday season approaches.
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