Kate Lewton is a reporter with the Community News Service, part of the University of Vermont’s Reporting & Documentary Storytelling program. BURLINGTON — Christmas trees are a staple in many ...

The Christmas tree industry just can’t catch a break. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The industry — a collection of tree farmers ...

As the holiday season approaches, many Michigan families are gearing up to select the perfect Christmas tree — a tradition made possible by the state’s 500 Christmas tree farms spanning 37,000 acres.

As Bob Schrader approached retirement, he wasn't planning to take it easy. For 37 years, Schrader worked as the assistant director of the center for agriculture at UMass Cooperative Extension, part of ...

Although not technically one of the four official seasons in a year, the one arriving now may be the answer many would give as their favorite: the holiday season. The final months of the year feature ...