Creating a National Bipartisan Forest Products Workforce Council, Paper360º September/October 2025

 


The Forest Products Industry is a cornerstone of the US economy, contributing 4.7 percent of US manufacturing GDP and ranking among the top 10 manufacturing employers in 44 states. With more than 925,000 employees and a US$80 billion payroll, the industry significantly impacts rural and local communities, particularly since more than 75 percent of US pulp and paper mills are located in counties that are more than 80 percent rural.

However, like many sectors of US manufacturing, the forest products industry is facing severe workforce challenges, including:

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Author: Masood Akhtar; Ray Heuchling; Mike Farrell; and Nick Kapsa
Creating a National Bipartisan Forest Products Workforce Cou
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