Eastover Chips, Inc., a subsidiary of The Price Companies, announced plans to open operations in Richland County, South Carolina. The new facility is expected to create 27 jobs for the local community.
The company will build a wood chipping plant at 4001 McCords Ferry Road in Eastover. This site will supply materials to the Sylvamo paper mill. Operations are scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Job seekers can find more information on employment opportunities by visiting Eastover Chips’ contact page.
To support the project, the Coordinating Council for Economic Development has granted $100,000 to Richland County. These funds will help with preparing the site and constructing the building.
Dick Carmical, CEO of The Price Companies, said: “Eastover Chips represents an exciting expansion for The Price Companies as we grow our nationwide system of world-class wood-processing facilities. We are thrilled to partner with the excellent team at Sylvamo and grateful for the opportunity to invest in the great state of South Carolina. We appreciate the warm welcome so far and look forward to a successful future in Richland County.”
Governor Henry McMaster commented: “We celebrate Eastover Chips’ decision to invest and create 27 new jobs in Richland County. This investment is another great milestone for South Carolina’s forestry industry, and we look forward to creating a strong partnership with the company as it finds success in our state.”
Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III stated: “We are always proud when a business decides to invest in South Carolina. Eastover Chips will be a welcome addition to our state’s forestry industry, creating new opportunities for our people and adding to the economic growth of the Midlands region.”
State Forester Scott Phillips noted: “The establishment of Eastover Chips is a timely boost for South Carolina’s forestry supply chain. This investment strengthens our industry and reflects the confidence companies have in the future of forestry in our state.”
Richland County Council Chairwoman Jesica Mackey added: “We welcome Eastover Chips as the newest addition to our growing manufacturing sector in Eastover. As a supplier for our long-standing partner Sylvamo, the wood chip processor expands job opportunities in lower Richland and highlights the powerful potential that’s possible within our community for new and existing industries to collaborate, grow and strengthen their operations.”
Eastover Chips operates as one of more than 40 locations run by The Price Companies across the United States.