Not shure what to make of this season so far. I see other producers all around me making more sap then me and I get frustrated. But it is only March 2nd and I have made the most syrup I have ever made by this date. I can't break into light syrup . Tonight the sample bottle was the same as the light in the grading kit but not lighter. o well, another barrell of outstanding flavor syrup tonight and happy for it.