Like Inland South, Oregon has vast amount of area covered by trees.Forests account for 48% of the Oregon's land mass which is one of the most productive forestland in the world.The abundant rainfall, mild climate and deep soil make tree grow naturally.According to Oregonforest.org, forest land contribute 12.8 billion dollars for Oregon's economy.Timber production and tourism make the forest sector productive. Timber industry also holds nearly 60 000 jobs to Oregonians. However,private owned forest are mostly contribute to Timber industry.Federally reserved forest lands have restrictions in recent times because of unsustainable harvest in the past.
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