You wouldn’t expect a Christmas tree shortage in a state like Connecticut, but this year, economists say that’s what will happen.

The reason for the shortage and the inevitable increase in the price of trees are the supply chain problems that the country has been facing.

Even the largest artificial tree supplier in the state, imported from China and Europe, can only supply about 43% of the trees under normal conditions.

The good news for consumers in Connecticut is that there are many Christmas tree farms across the state, and these growers are looking forward to another peak sales season. However, they warned tree buyers to buy trees as soon as possible.

According to wfsb.com, forest farmers did not anticipate supply chain issues, so they actually cannot receive the number of trees they need to plant during the off-season, so customers will actually pay more for each tree this season. The growers also stated that since they cannot deliver the trees wholesale, once the supply runs out, there will be no real or man-made trees available.

Tree growers in Connecticut also blamed the pandemic for the shortage of trees. During the blockade, growers could not get the usual supply of trees, and the trees only grow about 1 foot a year, and because the pandemic has slowed down, more people are now buying trees on the market, so the forest farm is in short supply.​​​ On supply.

If you are looking for a tree farm in your area, just visit the Connecticut Christmas Tree Growers Association website for location and more information.