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December 3, 2021

Christmas tree buyers face reduced supplies, higher prices

  • Extreme weather and supply chain disruptions have taken a toll on both real and artificial trees.
  • By TERENCE CHEA
    Associated Press

    ALAMEDA, Calif. — Even Christmas trees aren't immune to the pandemic-induced shortages and inflation plaguing the economy.

    Extreme weather and supply chain disruptions have reduced supplies of both real and artificial trees this season. American shoppers should expect to have fewer choices and pay up to 30% more for both types this Christmas, industry officials said.


     
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