Overview of Christmas Tree Sales and Waste Management

In Neuchâtel, Switzerland,⁤ retailers are addressing the fate of unsold Christmas trees following the holiday season. While the goal is to minimize waste, various ⁣methods are⁢ employed, including donation to animal parks and composting. Sales figures for December 2025 show varied performance across different retailers.

Disposal Methods for Unsold Trees

Some unsold Christmas trees are donated to the “Bel-Air” estate zoo in Landeron to serve as animal feed. Coop and Jumbo report that only a small number of trees remain unsold annually, though they do not disclose precise figures. These trees are primarily donated to ⁤animal parks, with the remainder ⁢composted, according to the brands.

Migros Neuchâtel-Fribourg takes a slightly different approach, aiming for zero unsold trees. Fabrice Aubert, Communications ⁣Manager at ⁢Migros Neuchâtel-Fribourg, emphasized the priority of selling all trees to avoid leftovers.

Migros ⁤Sales performance in 2025

Migros typically sells several thousand Christmas trees in December, with annual losses averaging 5 to 10%. However, 2025 saw a notable increase in sales. As of December 17,⁤ 2025, Migros had already surpassed its total sales from the previous year.

Sales Trends at Other Retailers

Coop and Jumbo reported stable sales figures in the⁣ canton of Neuchâtel compared to previous years. Landi experienced a slight decrease in sales, attributed to the temporary closure of its Cornaux store for renovations.

Looking Ahead

Retailers in⁤ Neuchâtel ‍continue to prioritize minimizing waste and maximizing sales of Christmas trees. ‍The commitment to finding choice uses ⁣for ‍unsold trees, such as donation to animal parks and composting, demonstrates ⁤a growing awareness of environmental duty.