Timber Products

Definition

Timber products refer to any goods that are derived from trees. This includes lumber, paper, furniture, and other items made from wood.

Analogy

Think of a tree as a factory. It takes in sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil to grow. When it's harvested, its raw materials can be transformed into various products - just like how a factory takes in raw materials and produces different goods.

Related terms

Deforestation: The removal or clearing of forests on a large scale often resulting in damage to the quality of the land.

Reforestation: The process of replanting an area with trees in an effort to restore a forested area that has been deforested or severely damaged due to fire or disease.

Sustainable Forestry: A method of forest management that involves taking steps to protect and preserve forests so they can continue providing their resources indefinitely.