by Working Forest | Apr 16, 2024 | News, Sawmill
C&D Lumber Co., a family-owned business founded in 1890, has announced the closure of its mill in Riddle, Oregon. This marks the fourth mill in the state to announce closure plans in recent months, leaving 93 workers without jobs. The sawmill will cease operations...
by Working Forest | Apr 9, 2024 | News, Articles, Industries, Sawmill
Background West Fraser Sawmill in Perry, Florida, is set to permanently close its doors at the end of March, according to a company spokesperson. This decision comes after the mill was indefinitely curtailed in January 2023, with only a small crew remaining on-site...
by Working Forest | Apr 9, 2024 | FEATURED, Articles, Sawmill
The ripple effects of a sawmill shutting down are both immediate and long-term. While workers face uncertainty, the broader implications touch everyone from local business owners to international lumber markets. Our article dives into the multifaceted impact...