Harrigan Lumber Cuts Production In Half
Monroeville, Ala. Southern yellow pine producer Harrigan Lumber Co. announced in December that it would reduce production levels by 50% and lay off 34 employees, effective immediately. The decision came in response to continued market pressures impacting the SYP lumber industry and a prolonged period of diminished demand and pricing instability.
“Today’s announcement reflects the difficult realities our industry continues to face,” said Patrick Harrigan, Harrigan Lumber President. “Despite our ongoing efforts to improve operations and increase efficiency, current market conditions leave us no choice but to scale back production. This decision was made only after careful consideration of all available alternatives.”
The reduction affects operations across the mill and will result in a temporary change to a single-shift production schedule. Harrigan Lumber emphasized that the company remains committed to its employees, customers and the Monroeville community. “We are grateful for the hard work and dedication of our team members, especially during such a challenging period for the lumber sector,” Patrick added in his statement. “We will provide support and resources to affected employees as they transition.”
Harrigan Lumber Co. will continue to monitor market conditions closely and will evaluate opportunities to restore production levels as demand improves.
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