Southern Forest Industries will temporarily close its Smarr, Georgia, sawmill after its largest customer, PalletOne, ended operations at the site.
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Fire Damages Irving Forest Products Sawmill in Dixfield, ME
A fire caused “extensive” damage at Irving Forest Products’ Dixfield, Maine, sawmill on Saturday, News Center Maine reported.
West Fraser to Close Mills in Georgia and British Columbia
West Fraser will permanently close its Augusta, GA, and 100 Mile House, BC, sawmills. Indefinite curtailments in Huttig, AR, and Lake Butler, FL, are now permanent.
BC Forestry Trade Mission Travels to Asia to Expand Lumber Markets
BC will lead a seven-day forestry trade mission to Japan and South Korea starting November 8 to expand markets for wood products.
Canadian Sawmill Production and Shipments Fall in August
Canadian sawmill production fell 1.9% in August, while shipments declined 13.5%.
BlueLinx Acquires Oregon-Based Disdero Lumber
BlueLinx acquired Oregon-based Disdero Lumber for $96 million, expanding its specialty wood offerings and presence across the Pacific Northwest.
Canadian and BC Officials to Meet in Vancouver for Forestry Summit
BC and federal officials planned to discuss support for the province’s forestry sector, The Canadian Press reported.
USDA Trade Initiative Supports Southern Pine Export Expansion
USDA’s three-point trade plan supports SFPA goals to expand Southern pine lumber exports, reduce trade barriers, and strengthen rural economies.
Interfor Idles Gogama, ON, Sawmill for Two Weeks
Interfor has idled its Gogama, Ontario, sawmill for two weeks and will partially resume operations on November 3, Sudbury.com reported.
Sinclar Group to Reduce Production at Its Three BC Sawmills by 40%
Sinclar Group Forest Products will cut output by 40% at its three BC sawmills starting October 27, citing policy, supply, tariff, and economic pressures.