The Real Deal

According to the National Christmas Tree Association, sales of natural trees at Yuletide reached 31.7 million in 2007, the second highest total this decade; the retail value was $1.3 billion. 23% of the trees were bought at chain stores, 21% from “choose-and-cut” operations, 20% from nurseries and garden centers, and 12% from retail lots.According to the National Christmas Tree Association, sales of natural trees at Yuletide reached 31.7 million in 2007, the second highest total this decade; the retail value was $1.3 billion. 23% of the trees were bought at chain stores, 21% from “choose-and-cut” operations, 20% from nurseries and garden centers, and 12% from retail lots.

Holiday Decorating

Few things signal the upcoming holidays quite like festive decorations. And, while everyone has their own ideas as to what looks best when decorating, most will agree that holiday trimmings add something special to the season. This is especially true of those of us who have a large patch of land to adorn. Indeed, as many farm owners can tell you, decorating for the holidays can be a formidable task even on the best of days. Nevertheless, decorating for the holidays can be fun – it just takes some preparation and a little planning.  

Lets Go Cross Country

So, you say you want to exercise year-round, but you live in the Midwest and face the battle that ice and snow bring to the streets and sidewalks that you make your daily trek. And you get tired of walking on a treadmill or heading to the local gym or exercise center. What to do? Well, how about trying a sport with Scandinavian origins that date back to over 4000 years?

2009 Pickup Trucks

Since the early 1930’s pickup trucks have been an important part of the success of the American farmer. Originally designed to be nothing more than a dedicated workhorse, pickup trucks evolved during the Great Depression into vehicles that carried families as easily as they moved tools, equipment and supplies. Today, a farmer looking to purchase a pickup truck can
find models that range from basic to vehicles that rival luxury automobiles in style and conveniences. Whether you favor Ford, Chevy, or Dodge pickups, you’ll want to analyze how you’re going to use the truck before you visit a dealership.

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