I'm considering the same SL unit. It's either that or a new bottler. But when you are a one man show, taking the pressure off of watching this in addition to everything else would be a help. I...
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I'm considering the same SL unit. It's either that or a new bottler. But when you are a one man show, taking the pressure off of watching this in addition to everything else would be a help. I...
Pulled the plug today. Some trees were running, but not enough to restart the evaporator. I drained it during the warm spell and finished/filtered/packed the nearup. It takes a few hundred gals to...
I'm pretty sure my season is over for this year, even though this week's weather may set up a good run or two for those who tapped later. We have been below freezing the past few days, so nothing...
I skipped last year due to a very late starting opportunity. by then, the season was over. This year has been a disappointment. Although we started very early in February, late February and March...
Frost on the roof last two mornings. My remote trees are running a bit. Local trees on vac seem to be done. I will collect in the morning and boil off 150-175 gallons. Pretty low, but hanging on to...
I had similar shut down issues on my wood fired 2x6 this year. One time I was below the draw off port, and we went to the collection tank to scavenge what sap was coming in. After that we were...
disappointing to say the least.
Boy this weather really stinks. We got a quick freeze a few nights ago, but my local trees have not produced anything in over a week. My remote trees have been running a bit. I did a short boil...
Decent day yesterday, but cold today. Fired up the evaporator for a short boil to reset the pan level. Planning to boil Sunday. We should have full tanks then. I will be checking the remote tanks...
We are froze up here in the Catskills. Nothing so far this week, but warmer days are coming.
First boil of the season today. RO worked great. Glad I added a post and auto shut-off. Sap was coming in at 2%, that's a high for my trees. Just under 200 taps so far, but looking to add a few...
I have my home built 2x6 steam hood for sale in the classifieds, but I can't get the photos to upload-no matter how small I make them. anyone know how to do this? I'll try to include a picture...
On my 2x6 hybrid pan, I start to shut down when I have about 20 gallons left. My rig runs at about 35 gallons an hour. This usually works out well, with the head tank empty and a lower pan level than...
After missing last season, I’m looking forward to starting this season in a few weeks. We are in a deep freeze this week, so hopefully that’s a good sign for things to come.
I’ve been out of the game so far this season, but conditions seem pretty good for those harvesting. I spent some time modifying my RO machine-2nd membrane and some new wiring with an auto shutdown...
Waiting a while longer....
I met with an American National agent on Friday at my house. He was very thorough reviewing the property, equipment and buildings, including pictures. No quote yet though.
My agent still has not found replacement coverage from the companies they represent. I have a few weeks until cancellation, but I may have to check with other agents. My agent does not offer...
At the time they bailed, they did not know the location or distance. They did not ask. This is more of a policy than a case by case decision. The evap is on the far end of the building, about 75...
All very good info. Thanks.
My agent is looking for coverage, but I don't have any details yet.
My equipment is in the far end of a building (roughly 12'x51' not counting the 10' shed...
My homeowners insurance company (New York Central Mutual) just dropped me because of my on-site maple syrup operation. The contention is the added risk of fire, home based retail, and the product...
I seem to have had the same problem. The contents of my pan after draining and waiting for me to finish the process turned into a gooey mess. I would guess it was about 5 gallons of syrup when...
That's how I found mine. Price from $125-$140 as is, meaning you clean 'em. I guy I found supplies many local maple producers and only carries totes that can be cleaned. They are out there. Check...
That's half the going rate here in the Hudson Valley, NY (for used IBCs). No one delivers these things for free either, unless maybe you are buying a truckload. Says drinking water too, and looks...
Nicely done.