It may be July, but Christmas tree season starts long before December.
For farmers thinking about adding a seasonal enterprise, Christmas trees can be an interesting option. They can fit into a diversified farm, create a strong local customer experience, and offer both wholesale and direct-to-consumer opportunities. They also require planning, land, patience, and a clear understanding of the market before planting.
That is why our July VetFarm Network Live office hours will focus on Christmas tree farming, including wholesale logistics and you-pick operations.
What We’ll Discuss
This session will look at Christmas trees as a farm enterprise and help participants think through some of the early questions that matter, including:
- Whether Christmas trees may fit your land and farm goals
- The difference between wholesale and you-pick operations
- Basic logistics for selling, harvesting, and moving trees
- Customer experience for choose-and-cut farms
- Start-up considerations for new growers
- Questions from participants
Who Should Attend
This session is for veterans, service members, military spouses, and others interested in farming, homesteading, or rural business.
You do not need to already be growing Christmas trees to attend. This is a good fit for people who are exploring farm enterprises, comparing options, or wanting to better understand what goes into this type of seasonal farm business.
About VetFarm Network Live
VetFarm Network Live is a monthly virtual office hours session hosted by American VetFarm Network. Each month focuses on a different topic related to farming, farm business, homesteading, or rural life.
These sessions are informal and discussion-based. They are not recorded so participants can ask questions more freely.
Event Details
Christmas in July: Christmas Tree Farming Office Hours
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM Eastern
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pYTb3Ej0QieMcRvmc0vTqA
American VetFarm Network is supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s 2501 Program.