When a field of Christmas trees is approaching maturity, the tree farmer will identify the trees ready for harvesting by using different colored flags or ribbons. Each color corresponds to a different height tree. Frequently a field is not harvested at one time. It can take as long as two to four years before an entire field is cleared and ready for new plantings.
After the tagged trees are cut, they are then bundled during a baling process. During baling, the tre is placed in a machine that binds them with twine so they are easier to ship. After baling, the trees are taken to a loading area where they are loaded on trucks and finally shipped to retail lots around the country.
It takes years of effort for a Christmas tree farmer to produce a tree. Most trees must grow for twelve to fifteen years before they are ready for harvest. But, in the end, it is all worth it. Christmas trees are a vital part of the environment, plus they bring a natural beauty to our homes during the Christmas season.
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