Author:
Baker Shawn A.,Greene W. Dale
Abstract
Abstract
We have conducted a survey of Georgia's logging contractors every 5 years for a period of 20 years (1987–2007). These data provide a useful measure to assess changes in the contractor workforce over this time period. The average weekly production of logging firms has increased 83% since 1987. A moderate increase (approximately 15%) in representation of fully mechanized logging crews has been followed by increased investments in crews of this type but declining marginal returns on investment. Average production per man-hour worked has increased over 50%. No distinct changes in landownership patterns or average harvest acreages were noted. Implementation of best management practices increased steadily through the years and is now over 95%. Lost time accidents have decreased 90%.Financial concerns and finding suitable employees continue to be among the key problems listed by respondents. Increases in average owner age and a distinct shift in the distribution of ages throughout the population of firm owners are issues of concern for the future.
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
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36 articles.
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