The resolution recognizes and celebrates Arkansas Forestry Day at the State Capitol on January 21, 2025. It highlights the significant role of forests in Arkansas, noting that private landowners manage over 15 million acres of forested land, while public entities oversee an additional 3.6 million acres. The resolution emphasizes the economic and environmental benefits of the state's forests, which provide over 5,000 products and contribute approximately $7 billion to the economy. It also points out that the forest products industry supports nearly 27,000 direct jobs and over 54,000 total jobs, with family forest landowners owning 67% of the state's forests.
Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the ecological importance of Arkansas's forests, which support diverse wildlife and provide scenic beauty. It commends the efforts of timber harvesters and landowners in following best management practices to protect water quality and enhance habitats for threatened species. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy be sent to the President of the Arkansas Forestry Association, recognizing their longstanding role in representing the forestry community since 1947.