Prices for Self-Cut Christmas Trees Expected to Rise as Supply Shrinks

The growing popularity of self-cutting Christmas trees faces challenges as forest areas for suitable trees decrease.

The German Wood Industry Association (HDH) predicts rising prices for self-cut Christmas trees in the coming years.
Forest areas with younger fir and spruce trees, ideal for Christmas tree sizes, have decreased by 12% over the past decade, equivalent to nearly 40,000 hectares.
The trend of self-cutting Christmas trees has gained popularity, offering consumers a unique holiday experience.
Shrinking forest availability makes it harder for foresters and landowners to provide self-cutting opportunities to the public.
HDH President Johannes Schwörer highlights that the reduced supply of suitable trees is driving the anticipated price increases.