Pine Straw Market Analysis for Southwest Georgia

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The pine straw market continues to expand throughout Georgia and the Southeastern United States as homeowners and landscapers use the material for decoration and weed control. Continued population growth, a strong housing market, and economic vitality are all contributing to the demand for pine straw. More specifically, as disposable income rises, so does the demand for pine straw in urban areas.

The Center for Agribusiness and Economic Development (CAED) conducted a number of in-depth telephone interviews with businesses across Georgia involved in the pine straw market. The survey was designed to collect specific information the pine straw market including sales volume, prices, bailing preferences, pine needle preferences, distribution and marketing channel information was collected from retailers, lawn maintenance specialists and pine straw producers.