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Tim O'Connor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association, saying that just as holiday gift shoppers are starting sooner than they used to, so it is with folks looking to buy a real Christmas tree.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation are part of the forecast for the period of December 5 - 11.

Even with meteorological Winter set to begin Friday, there have been signs of winter weather in parts of the country throughout the Thanksgiving holiday period. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, talking about some areas that have seen some cold temperatures.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains how warmer than normal weather this fall has contributed to the feel of a recent string of cold outbreaks in parts of the country.

A Gulf Coast system and storms from the Pacific Ocean should contribute to increased precipitation in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

The Agriculture Department's Patio now has lighted and on display its 2023 holiday tree. (Rod Bain. Secretary Tom Vilsack. Ethan Reese.)

Longleaf pine trees are making a comeback in the Southeast, with some help from several dedicated groups. Gary Crawford has more. ' PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Carol Denhof, President of the Longleaf Alliance. Under Secretary of Agriculture for Farm Production and Conservation Robert Bonnie.

There's still plenty of time to send or receive holiday gifts of perishable foods. An expert has tips on how to do that safely. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Meredith Carothers of USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline. A famous cartoon bird. ****Broadcasters: The USDA's Meat and...

How much more than last year will shoppers end up paying for food this year? The USDA has a new forecast. Gary Crawford has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer