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forestry; lumber industry; silviculture
The industry of cultivating, managing, and harvesting trees and forests for timber and other forest products.
Compound of 林 (forest, woods) + 業 (industry, business). One of Japan's traditional primary industries alongside 農業 (agriculture) and 漁業 (fishery).
Usage
Japan has approximately 67% forest coverage, making it one of the most forested developed nations. However, the domestic forestry industry has declined significantly due to cheap imported lumber and rural depopulation. 林業 appears frequently in discussions of rural economies and environmental policy.
Common collocations
- 林業従事者 — forestry worker
- 林業に携わる — to be involved in forestry
- 林業が衰退する — forestry declines
- 林業の再生 — revitalization of forestry