Our essential products are used daily by people across the country and around the world. Products such as:

• cardboard boxes
• bathroom tissue 
• copy paper
• milk and juice cartons
• cereal boxes
• magazines 
• paper towels 
• medical supplies
• plywood and lumber
• baby diapers
• cellulose in computer screens, textiles and time-release medicine

Our industry is a source of year- round, well-paying jobs in many rural American communities. Our member’s facilities often serve as the largest employer in these towns and counties.

Fast Facts:

• The forest products industry is a major national employer. The industry is among the top 10 manufacturing employers in 43 states.
• Forest products jobs create additional wealth in their communities. While employing about 925,000 in the industry, more than 2 million indirect jobs are supported.
• The forest products industry is a major contributor to the national economy, representing approximately 5% of U.S. manufacturing GDP.
• Forest products facilities have an effect on local communities. More than 75% of all U.S. pulp and paper mills are located in counties that are more than 80% rural.