SDL Solutions to double capacity with new wood pellet production line

Aug 07, 2024

Sam Launchbury, CEO of SDL Solutions, delves into the company’s new wood pellet production line.

SDL Solutions is focused on developing renewable energy sources, encouraging people away from fossil fuels. The company’s diverse expertise includes site clearance, harvesting, sawmill operations, CHP biomass, wood pellet production, a reliable transport fleet and even machinery hire.

“We go beyond simply supplying wood pellets – we uphold rigorous ISO certifications that demonstrate our unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility, sustainability and occupational safety,” said Launchbury.

The business has seen a remarkable expansion over the past three years, reflected in a workforce that has tripled its size, he added.

Dedicated to continuous improvement across all aspects of our operations, SDL Solutions has seen a remarkable expansion over the past three years. This growth, reflected in a workforce that has tripled in size, allows us to better serve our customers and drive the future of the industry with a skilled and dedicated team.

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Video: Agriculture Secretary Rollins Speaks at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim

One of the highlights at the 2026 American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim, California, was an address by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. During her remarks, she thanked America’s farmers and ranchers and said the Trump Administration is fully aware that food security is national security.

She also acknowledged the challenging times in Farm Country with low commodity prices and high input costs and said that’s why the President stepped in to help with the recent Bridge Assistance Program.

Montana Farm Bureau Federation Executive Vice President Scott Kulbeck says that Farm Bureau members are appreciative of the help and looks forward to working with the American Farm Bureau Federation and its presence in Washington, DC to keep farmers and ranchers in business.

Secretary Rollins said the Trump Administration is also committed to helping ranchers build back America’s cattle herd while also providing more high-quality U.S. beef at the meat case for consumers.

And she also announced more assistance for specialty crop producers who only received a fraction of the $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA).

It’s important to note that producers who qualify for Farmer Bridge Assistance can expect the Farm Service Agency to start issuing payments in late February. For more information, farmers and ranchers are encouraged to contact their local USDA Service Center.