In this holiday episode of Dirt Road Discussions, Troy Turnbull, Vice President of Northwest Operations for Continental Floral Greens, shares how Christmas traditions are deeply connected to agriculture and forestry. From Christmas trees and wreaths to garland and porch pots, Troy offers a behind-the-scenes look at how holiday greenery is grown, harvested, and produced for customers across the country.

Troy also discusses CFG’s operations in Shelton, Washington, known as Christmas Town, USA, and the company’s long-term stewardship of its Mount St. Helens property. By using a farm-to-table approach, carefully managing forests, and utilizing every part of the tree, Continental Floral Greens works to ensure sustainable holiday products and memorable Christmas experiences for generations to come.

Listeners will learn:

• How Christmas traditions like trees, wreaths, and garland are rooted in agriculture and forestry.
• The role of Continental Floral Greens plays in growing, harvesting, and producing holiday greenery nationwide.
• How sustainable forestry practices and full use of each tree support long-term holiday production.

For anyone curious about where holiday greenery comes from, this conversation highlights the farmers, foresters, and teams behind Christmas traditions.

Listen to the full podcast here:

‍Dirt Road Discussions – Christmas Farm On Mount St. Helens (with Troy Turnbull, Continental Floral Greens)