Florida Forestry Association

Florida Forestry Association Formed in 1923, the Florida Forestry Association's continuing mission is to promote the responsible

Our forests supply wood and other materials needed to manufacture more than 5000 products ranging from furniture to pharmaceuticals, from cosmetics to crayons. Our forests also provide lands for green space, water recharge areas, wildlife habitat, and countless other environmental benefits. Additionally, the forestry industry creates a $16.1 billion boost to the state’s economy. Almost 78,000 Flor

idians work in jobs made possible by forestry. Seventy percent of the state’s timberland is owned and managed by private individuals and companies, many of whom are Association members.

"If a worker developed their career in an environment where asking for help was seen as a weakness, the idea of showing ...
05/21/2026

"If a worker developed their career in an environment where asking for help was seen as a weakness, the idea of showing vulnerability may not feel like an option. But we need to move past that. The 'walk it off' mentality does not work when the injury is internal."

Originally published for the LC on nrla.org, July 2025. Reprinted with permission. In an industry built on tough, physically taxing work, it doesn’t always come naturally to talk about mental health.

05/21/2026

In some Florida counties, forestry isn’t just part of the economy. It helps hold the economy -- and the community -- together.

Forestry isn't just about trees.It's about families, jobs, schools, local businesses, communities and stewardship.

Learn more at go.ufl.edu/florida-forest-products

05/19/2026
05/19/2026

Forestry products are all around you, and you probably don’t even realize it.
 
Packaging.
Books.
Paper.
Building materials.
Sports equipment.
Cosmetics, toothpaste, shampoo and other items that keep you looking and feeling your best.
The screen you’re reading this on.
 
At last count, there were more than 5000 products we use regularly that contain forest resources in some form or fashion.
 
Florida forestry boasts a long and strong history of sustainability, meaning we grow more than we harvest. Using forest products boosts sustainability by providing solid markets for landowners, which enables them to plant more trees and start the forestry cycle all over again.
 
Check out the economic contributions link in our bio for more information.

Forestry products are all around you, and you probably don’t even realize it. Packaging. Books. Paper. Building material...
05/19/2026

Forestry products are all around you, and you probably don’t even realize it.

Packaging.
Books.
Paper.
Building materials.
Sports equipment.
Cosmetics, toothpaste, shampoo and other items that keep you looking and feeling your best.
The screen you’re reading this on.

At last count, there were more than 5000 products we use regularly that contain forest resources in some form or fashion.

Florida forestry boasts a long and strong history of sustainability, meaning we grow more than we harvest. Using forest products boosts sustainability by providing solid markets for landowners, which enables them to plant more trees and start the forestry cycle all over again.

Check out the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences’ study: go.ufl.edu/florida-forest-products

Florida Trend: Florida's forests are a GDP heavyweight
05/18/2026

Florida Trend: Florida's forests are a GDP heavyweight

Forest industry’s economic heft; Floridians facing foreclosures; Another fishing expansion; Legislators get back to budgeting; Florida’s Cyber Landscape

Breaking news: West Fraser is investing $70.25 million to expand its sawmill operation in McDavid, FL.
05/18/2026

Breaking news: West Fraser is investing $70.25 million to expand its sawmill operation in McDavid, FL.

Exciting news for Escambia County and Northwest Florida 🌲

West Fraser is investing $70.25 million to expand its sawmill operation in McDavid, bringing 30 new family-supporting jobs to the area and strengthening our local economy.

This investment highlights the confidence companies continue to have in Northwest Florida’s skilled workforce, strong business climate, and proud forestry heritage. The expansion will also support local suppliers, contractors, and businesses while creating long-term economic opportunities for our region.

A great win for Escambia County, McDavid, and all of Northwest Florida!

Wait…Nearly HALF of Florida is forest? 🌲Florida had 16.76 million acres of forestland in 2023 — about 48.8% of the entir...
05/18/2026

Wait…

Nearly HALF of Florida is forest? 🌲

Florida had 16.76 million acres of forestland in 2023 — about 48.8% of the entire state.

Behind the beaches and theme parks is a massive working landscape supporting jobs, manufacturing, wildlife, recreation, clean water, and rural communities.

A new UF/IFAS report puts numbers behind Florida’s forest economy. Learn more at go.ufl.edu/florida-forest-products



Florida Forest Service UF IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department UF IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences SFFGS

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