02/27/2006 Florida Crossroads – Florida’s Disappearing Forests

Forestry is a multi-billion dollar industry in Florida, making it a top crop in agriculture. But there are challenges ahead including international competition, swelling land values and the impact of our state’s rapid growth. With a thousand newcomers arriving daily, the Sunshine State could lose millions of acres of forest land in the coming years, leaving some wondering about these disappearing forests and the future of Florida’s timber.