Why we care so much about our industry
Pennsylvania is #1 in hardwood growing stock. #1 in production of hardwood lumber. #1 in wood product exports.
60,000
Pennsylvanians (and growing) contribute to the state's Forest Products Industry Employment, representing over 10% of PA's manufacturing workforce.
2,000
Business establishments (and growing) across all 67 counties
39
Billion direct economic impact
16.6
Million acres – almost 60% of PA. PA’s forests are growing at 2-3 times the rate we harvest them. Sustainable harvesting creates healthy forests, improves carbon capture and offers improved wildlife habitat.