Barge Forest Products Announces $8.3 Million Sawmill Expansion in Mississippi

Barge Forest Products has announced an $8.3 million expansion of its existing sawmill operations in Macon, Mississippi, SuperTalk Mississippi Media reported (10-20-26).

Founded in 1985, Barge Forest Products specializes in Southern pine lumber, particularly longer timber lengths used in construction. The company serves customers across three continents and the Caribbean.

The expansion includes construction of a new facility in Macon that will house a production line featuring optimized edging and twin horizontal resaw capabilities. These upgrades are designed to improve operational efficiency and increase the sawmill’s annual production capacity.

Completion of the expansion is expected in October 2027.