Roseburg Forest Products to Cease Hardwood Plywood Production

Company Exits Hardwood Plywood Market to Strengthen Focus on Core Product Lines Driving Long-Term Growth

Roseburg Forest Products announced it has ceased operations at its Dillard Hardwood Plywood facility and will exit the hardwood plywood market. This strategic move reflects the company’s long-term plan to concentrate resources on a more focused product portfolio with sustained customer demand and long-term growth potential.

The Dillard Hardwood Plywood plant, part of the company’s Dillard complex which also includes MDF and lumber production, was one of the company’s longest-operating facilities. The plant’s 107 team members are encouraged to apply for open positions at other facilities and will receive dedicated support and resources during the transition. All other operations at the Dillard complex will continue.

While hardwood plywood has been part of Roseburg’s portfolio for decades, the market has shifted significantly, with lower-cost imports now accounting for roughly 80% of the U.S. market. The company’s decision to exit reflects a disciplined approach to long-term competitiveness and product alignment.

“Successful businesses never stand still, and that’s been true for Roseburg for 90 years,” said Stuart Gray, President and CEO. “As we look to the future, we’re sharpening our focus on the products and capabilities that support the best use of our high-quality veneers and fiber, backed by continued investment in operational excellence. That includes our ongoing commitment to core product lines like engineered wood, MDF, lumber, and softwood plywood.”

Since April 2023, Roseburg has invested nearly $700 million in its Southern Oregon operations to support long-term growth and regional economic vitality. These investments include the launch of Armorite^® Exterior Trim at the company’s new Dillard Components facility, as well as upgrades and modernization efforts across existing plants in Douglas and Coos counties.

“Our hardwood plywood manufacturing legacy extends back to 1952, and we appreciate everything our operations teams have done to stay competitive,” Gray said. “But our evolution as an organization speaks to changing markets, evolving customer needs and following the best course for long-term success.”

About Roseburg Forest Products

Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held company and one of North America’s leading producers of medium density fiberboard (MDF), plywood, lumber, exterior trim, and engineered wood products including I-joists, LVL, and rim board. The company owns and sustainably manages more than 400,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina, and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal in Coos Bay, Oregon. Roseburg products are shipped throughout North America and the Pacific Rim.

Source: Roseburg Forest Products Co.