Interfor Corp. announced last month that it plans to invest $16.5 million to upgrade its sawmill in Meldrim.  The project, which is scheduled to be completed in December 2018, includes installation of a continuous lumber drying kiln and upgrades to the planer mill.  Lumber production is expected to increase by 50 percent in addition to improving product quality and mill efficiency.  Once the project is completed the facility will operate a full two shifts.  “Interfor is a long-time employer in the area, and today’s announcement shows they ...