6 Questions
What percentage of Pennsylvania's land area is covered by forests?
60 percent
Who owns the majority of Pennsylvania's forests?
Private landowners own about 70 percent of the forests (12 million acres).
What is the fourth largest manufacturing segment in Pennsylvania?
The forest product industry
How much hardwood lumber does Pennsylvania produce annually?
Over one billion board feet
What are some of the benefits that forests provide to Pennsylvania's economy?
Forests contribute an additional $10–12 billion to the state's economy through outdoor recreation, and the forest product industry is a major contributor to the state's economy.
What are some of the environmental benefits that forests provide in Pennsylvania?
Forests contribute to clean air and water, aesthetic views, stormwater control, and wildlife habitat.
Test your knowledge on the ownership of forests in Pennsylvania. Explore the distribution of forest land among private landowners, county/state/federal governments, and forest products industry. Learn about the role of timber investment management organizations (TIMOs) and real estate investment trusts (REITs) in forest ownership.
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