Hampton Lumber broke ground in Fairfax, South Carolina, on a $225 million sawmill expected to be fully operational in 2027, Bluffton Today reported.
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Interfor Partially Restarts Grand Forks, BC, Sawmill
Interfor has partially resumed operations at its Grand Forks, BC, sawmill after last month’s shutdown announcement, Trail Times reported.
Southern Forest Industries to Pause Operations at Its Smarr, GA, Sawmill
Southern Forest Industries will temporarily close its Smarr, Georgia, sawmill after its largest customer, PalletOne, ended operations at the site.
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.