Sugarmakers in the US start tapping maple trees earlier due to warmer weather, potentially affecting maple syrup season length and business competitiveness.
Due to warmer weather, sugarmakers in the US have begun tapping maple trees earlier than normal. Maple syrup season relies on fluctuating temperatures between freezing at night and above freezing during the day. An early start to the season is exciting from a hobby perspective but worrisome from a business perspective, as a shorter season could result in a competitive disadvantage compared to places like Vermont and Canada.
February 21, 2024
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