Table of contentsThe Importance of the Forest Industry to West Virginia
West Virginia’s Forests: A Growing Resource
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Percentage of Timberland by County
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Distribution of Timberland by Owner
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Volume of Top Species
West Virginia’s Forests Are Maturing
Health Risks to the Resource
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Proper forest management to address these risks is critical to the prosperity of West Virginia’s forest-based industries.
West Virginia’s Wood Products Industry
Economic Impact of Wood Products
Wood Industry Employment Growth
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Employment in Furniture Manufacturing
Rise in GSP 1980 - 2004
Beyond Timbering
Wildlife Associated Recreation
Economic Impact of Wildlife Associated Recreation
Specialty Forest Products
Ginseng
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Clements State Tree Nursery
Water Quality and Erosion Control
Air Pollution and Carbon Dioxide Reduction
Improved Quality of Life
Promoting West Virginia’s Hardwoods
Domestic Marketing
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www.hardwoodswv.com
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Renewable Energy Initiatives
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Renewable Energy Initiatives May 2007
Renewable Energy Initiatives September 2007
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