Did you know? Michigan’s forest products industry contributes $22 billion and more than 90,000 jobs to the economy.

Did you know?  More than half of Michigan is forested and 95% of that forest land can be used for the production of timber.

Did you know? The state of Michigan owns 21% of the forest land.

Build the Future of Michigan’s Forest Economy

Discover career pathways, training, and employers across one of Michigan’s most essential industries.

Grow With Us
FIT Program
Lush green forest with sunlight filtering through tall trees, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.
Forester planting tree saplings in a meadow, wearing a high-visibility vest and carrying seedlings in a planting bag.
Protecting, Promoting and Sustaining

Michigan's Forest Products Economy

Look closer at Michigan’s forests. Sweeping vistas and critical habitat. Jobs that help our economy thrive. Flooring, paper products, packaging and furniture. Precious resources and vast opportunities. This is what we protect, this is what we grow.
Become A Member
Ask The Expert

MFPC encourages growth in membership and within member companies by equipping them with all the tools they need to grow their businesses and become even stronger, more well-rounded professionals.

Contact Us
Michigan Forest Careers

Earth beneath your boots, blue skies overhead. In our opinion, there’s no better office. Join us in our efforts to protect, promote, and sustain a globally competitive forest products industry in Michigan.

FIT Program
About the MFPC

Our work is here, among the trees. So are our homes, families and the communities in which we live. But it’s not just our quality of life that depends on the forest.

Learn More