Globalization Impacts

The shift to a global economy touches America's forests. Some U.S. wood products may be less economical in a global market, changing the tree size or species harvested from the forest. International shipment of lumber, pallets, and other wood products introduces diseases and insects to which North American species have little resistance. Northern Research Station scientists are working to understand what world economies mean for U.S. forests and how forest managers can best respond to those challenges.

Research Studies

Globalization and the eastern hardwood industry
The eastern hardwood industry is currently facing competitive challenges with the increasing globalization of wood product markets and manufacturing. As globalization, affects the health and well being of the hardwood industry, so the management and health of eastern forests will be affected. NRS researchers provide information, analysis, tools, and other assistance to the wood products industry, landowners, government policy makers, and community development specialists who look to sustain healthy, productive and viable forests and communities within the region.