Jasper Forest Products, Jasper, Alabama
On November 16, 2020, Tolko and Jasper Lumber Company announced a 50-50 joint-venture partnership in Jasper Forest Products, an existing Southern Yellow Pine sawmill, shavings business, whole log chipper, and trucking operations in Jasper, Alabama. In April 2024, Tolko purchased the other 50 per cent interest in the business and acquired full ownership. Since 2020, production at the mill has expanded from 70 million board feet to 130 million board feet with further plans to increase capacity to 180 million board feet. The collaboration brings economic and employment benefits to the surrounding communities, and Tolko support for the facility enhances its sales, marketing and logistic capabilities to service existing and new customers across North America and abroad.
Products
The mill currently produces 2x4, 2x6, 4x4, and 6x6 lumber. Current production includes even lengths 2’ through 20’ and grades #1 through #4. The sawmill participates in the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Certified Sourcing Program.
Jasper, Alabama, USA
The city of Jasper is the county seat of Walker County, Alabama and had a population of 14,352 as of the 2010 census. Named in honor of Sergeant William Jasper, an American Revolutionary War hero, Jasper was settled around 1815 and incorporated on August 18, 1886. Local attractions include historic sites and nearby Lewis-Smith Lake, Walker County Lake, and Bankhead National Forest.
