MS Natural Resource Economic Impacts


Forestry Economic Impacts

Forestry and forestry products economic activity in Mississippi generated 84,024 jobs and over $4.42 billion in income.

Forestry and forestry products value-added amounted to over $7.44 billion.

$1.48 billion value of production in 2023.


Wildlife Economics Impacts

692,110 participants spent $950 Million on hunting-related purchases.

274,880 hunters spent $658 Million on hunting-related purchases.

319,920 resident & non-resident anglers spent $917 Million while fishing in Mississippi.


Bioproducts Economics Impacts

Solid wood products accounted for 20,484 jobs and $7.01 billion total output.

Pulp and paper accounted for 11,902 jobs and $4.41 billion total output.

Wood furniture accounted for 25,607 jobs and $4.99 billion total output.

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