Micro Sawmills in British Columbia – Insights for Community Forests
Micro sawmills are defined as mills that process 2,000-20,000 m3 per year. Micro mills present a number of opportunities for community forests including the creation of more local jobs, increased value from harvested trees, and enhanced rural economic diversification.
This in-depth report offers two case studies of community forests operating micro sawmills, what is needed financially and logistically to start up a sawmill, and a list of important elements to consider in determining if this unique investment opportunity is the right fit for any given community forest.
Micro Sawmills in British Columbia – Insights for Community Forests Report