For many families, choosing a real Christmas tree marks the official start of the holiday season. The scent, the visit to the local farm, watching dad wrestle a half-rusted saw through the branches ...

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 ...

Those who want a climate-conscious Christmas may find it tricky deciding what kind of tree to bring home. Is it better for the environment to cut down a live tree, or buy an artificial one that can be ...

Tracy J. Wholf is a senior coordinating producer of climate and environmental coverage for CBS News and Stations, based in New York. People around the world are adorning homes and businesses with ...