Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Appalachian Hardwood Products
Since 2011, Meherrin River Forest Products has been dedicated to delivering premium Appalachian hardwood products to customers worldwide. Our vertically integrated operationsfrom sustainable timber harvesting through precision sawmilling to final product distributionensure unmatched quality control across our three strategically located sawmills in Virginia and North Carolina. Partnering with Union Level Land and Timber, LLC, we maintain strict ethical standards in forest management while investing in advanced drying and processing technologies to meet evolving market demands. With over 130 employees and 4 operational sites, we combine decades of industry experience with cutting-edge production capabilities to serve both domestic and international markets.Our commitment to excellence extends beyond products to include community engagement, environmental stewardship, and workplace safety, principles that have guided our growth from a single facility to a globally recognized forest products leader. Through continuous process optimization and customer-focused service models, we maintain our founding promise to exceed expectations in every board produced and every transaction completed.
Services
Kiln-Dried Lumber Production
Standing Timber Harvesting
Export Sales Logistics
Timber Appraisal Services
Sawmilling Operations
Forest Stewardship Programs
Railroad Tie Manufacturing
Pallet Stock Supply
Crane Mat Material Production
Veneer Slicing Services
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We maintain full vertical integration from forest management to finished product quality control
- Our strategic Virginia and North Carolina locations optimize Eastern US and global distribution
- We partner with professional loggers for ethically harvested Appalachian timber resources
- We operate 30 million board feet annual production capacity with 1.2 million board feet drying capacity
- Our team combines generational forestry knowledge with modern processing technologies
Services
Kiln-Dried Lumber Production
Our advanced kiln facilities process 1.2 million board feet annually, ensuring precise moisture control for premium hardwood products. We maintain strict quality standards for 4/4 through 8/4 thickness dimensions in species like poplar, oak, and ash. This controlled drying process enhances material stability for construction and manufacturing applications.
Standing Timber Harvesting
Through Union Level Land and Timber, LLC, we ethically source standing timber across Virginia and North Carolina. Our professional logging teams follow sustainable practices that balance resource extraction with forest regeneration requirements. We offer free timber stand appraisals to help landowners maximize their forest assets.
Export Sales Logistics
Our Richmond, VA port facility enables efficient container loading for international shipments. With optimized logistics systems and export documentation expertise, we deliver consistent quality hardwood products to markets worldwide while maintaining compliance with international trade regulations.
Timber Appraisal Services
Our forestry experts provide comprehensive timber stand evaluations to determine market value and harvesting potential. This service helps landowners make informed decisions about their forest resources while planning sustainable management strategies that maintain ecological balance.
Sawmilling Operations
With 30 million board feet annual capacity, our sawmills process raw timber into finished products meeting strict industry standards. We produce various dimensions including specialty fence boards, railroad ties, and veneer components while maintaining quality control throughout the manufacturing process.
Questions
What Appalachian hardwood products do you offer?
We produce 4/4 through 8/4 thickness lumber in poplar, red oak, white oak, ash, and southern yellow pine, plus specialty products like fence boards, railroad ties, and veneers.
Do you handle international lumber shipments?
Yes, our Richmond port facility provides container loading services for global export customers with optimized logistics solutions.
How can I get my timber appraised?
Contact our forestry team through our website to schedule a free timber stand evaluation by our certified professionals.
Are you accepting new job applications?
We regularly seek qualified candidates for forestry, sawmilling, and logistics positions. Visit our careers page to submit your application.
What sustainability practices do you follow?
Our operations emphasize responsible forest management, ethical harvesting, and community stewardship as core business principles.
