Timber Talk: OR/WA logs a big win in FY25

This fiscal year, BLM OR/WA’s forestry team exceeded expectations and logged one of its strongest timber years yet.

In FY25, BLM OR/WA:

• Sold 241 million board feet of timber
• Generated $67 million in revenue
• Offered 15% more timber than FY24
• Exceeded our annual timber target under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

“Our foresters and partners in local communities are the reason for this successful year,” said Barry Bushue, BLM OR/WA State Director. “Together, we’re building a stronger future for Oregon’s forests, one timber sale and acre at a time.”

The timber sold in FY25 could help build more than 15,000 homes and support approximately 3,400 jobs across western Oregon! It’s a reminder that our work directly connects public lands to everyday lives.

“America has significant timber resources, and Oregon and Washington have some of the best timber in the world,” added Barry. “BLM timber sales ensure we retain our domestic lumber supply and reduce reliance on other imported building supplies.”

In western Oregon alone, BLM manages 2.4 million acres of some of the most productive forests in the world. This work supports economic output, reduces wildfire risks, and conserves wildlife habitat.

On top of that, revenue from O&C lands is shared with 18 western Oregon counties, funding local schools and libraries, jails, museums, and fairgrounds.

“Next year, the BLM is offering even more timber, which means supporting more rural jobs and improving forest health,” said Barry.

The work completed this year sets team OR/WA up to continue delivering a reliable domestic timber supply, supporting local jobs and caring for forests for generations to come.