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Farming heritage
Washington boasts three of the nation's top ten wheat-producing counties. Photo by John Conniff.
Wheat Harvest
Soft white wheat is a leading grain crop in Washington, with much of the crop exported. Photo by John Conniff.
Potato storage
Washington growers have the highest yield of potatoes per acre of any state in the country. Photo by Danielle Jensen.
Globally, the primary use of wood is fuel to meet human needs.
Fact: True. Wood energy is the dominant source of energy for more than two billion people. Sixty percent of the world's total wood removal each year is used for energy purposes, firewood, charcoal, and biofuels for commercial use.