The Mississippi Development Authority announced Tuesday that Barge Forest Products, a lumber manufacturer, is expanding its sawmill operations in Macon.

Lumber manufacturer Barge Forest Products is expanding its sawmill operations in Macon. The project represents a corporate investment of more than $8.3 million.

Barge Forest Products specializes in high-quality southern yellow pine lumber production, particularly longer timber lengths used for construction. The company is constructing a new facility to house a new production line that will feature optimized edging and twin horizontal resaw capabilities. The upgrades are designed to improve efficiency and significantly increase the sawmill’s annual production capacity.

The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through a loan guarantee program and the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. Noxubee County is assisting with the project, as well.

Founded in 1985, Barge Forest Products serves customers across North America, the Caribbean, North Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

The company expects to complete the expansion October 2027.
   
Source: mississippi.org