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Massive Christmas Tree Auction Sees Stable Prices, High Demand

11/23/2025

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In Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania, a giant Christmas tree auction drew bidders this week, featuring about 50,000 trees and seasonal items, with buyers from the Northeast and mid-Atlantic seeking retail decorations.
Auction manager Neil Courtney said prices for farm-grown trees have stabilized, with hopes of reversing the trend toward artificial options.
In 2023, more than 21 million farm-grown Christmas trees were sold, averaging $75, with many bought from 'choose-and-cut' farms and nurseries.

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In Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania, a giant Christmas tree auction drew bidders this week, featuring about 50,000 trees and seasonal items, with buyers from the Northeast and mid-Atlantic seeking retail decorations.
Auction manager Neil Courtney said prices for farm-grown trees have stabilized, with hopes of reversing the trend toward artificial options.
In 2023, more than 21 million farm-grown Christmas trees were sold, averaging $75, with many bought from 'choose-and-cut' farms and nurseries.