Picking out a Christmas tree is a beautiful experience for families and friends. For local tree farmers, it’s the culmination of years of hard work. Jeff Owen, a Christmas tree extension specialist at NC State University, talks about fluctuations in the industry and why you might want to get your tree early this year.Find Christmas tree farms to visit in ASAP’s Local Food Guide: www.appalachiangrown.org Photo courtesy of the North Carolina Christmas Tree Association.