Interfor Plans 12% Lumber Production Cut Across North America

Interfor Corporation, a Canadian lumber producer with operations in both Canada and the U.S., announced plans to reduce its lumber production by approximately 145 million board feet, or about 12% of its normal capacity, between September and December 2025. The production cuts will be implemented through measures such as reduced operating hours, prolonged holiday breaks, reconfigured shifts, and extended maintenance shutdowns across all operating regions. This decision is a response to persistently weak market demand and ongoing economic uncertainty affecting the lumber industry. Interfor emphasized that it will continue to monitor market conditions closely and adjust production plans as needed. Analysts currently hold a neutral stance on Interfor’s stock, noting financial challenges including declining profitability and a negative price-to-earnings ratio, though operational improvements may be possible. The company’s annual lumber production capacity is approximately 4.7 billion board feet, and the curtailments reflect broader market softness impacting the sector.