Research Work Unit NRS-4802
Eastern Forest Use in a Global Economy
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Research Highlights
Forests in the eastern United States contain over 90% of the nation's
total hardwood resource. Nearly 50% of these resources are found
within the 13-state region covered by the Northeastern Research
Station. The wood products industry depends on these forests for
its livelihood. Many rural communities, in turn, are heavily dependent
on the wood products industry for jobs, tax revenues, and sustainable
development. Attesting to its importance, the Northeastern region
accounts for nearly 25% of all wood products manufacturing wages
nationwide.
The varied sectors of the eastern hardwood industry are currently
facing competitive challenges that require new information and tools
for decision-making. Perhaps the most significant change facing
the eastern hardwood industry is the increasing globalization of
wood product markets and wood product manufacturing. Globalization,
and U.S. competitiveness therein, will have a significant impact
on the health and well being of the hardwood industry, which in
turn affects the management and health of eastern forests.
Research can provide information, analysis, tools, and other assistance
to the wood products industry, landowners, government policy makers,
and community development specialists, who look to sustain healthy,
productive and viable forests and communities within the region.
NRS-4802 and its predecessors have been providing relevant research
and technology transfer to these client groups for over 30 years.
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