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Wow Lesley, I can't believe how much sap you sugarers are getting in your area. You've collected 1000L more than I have and I have 28 taps in. I can't wait to get making some serious steam. I will say that at least my sugar content is good.
Hi Karen,
Yes the sap is flowing.. but if my memory serves me correctly.. your trees are always a few weeks behind. I wouldn't get stressed about that.. as for the sugar content.. it us a bit disappointing but not gonna stop us. We have tried a few if your tricks like throwing out the ice etc.
2 acres of sugar maples. Woodburning arch with small evaporator and propane burners with steamer pans Year 5.
2015 - 35 taps on 30 trees. 1556 L sap and 44L syrup!
2016 - 42 taps on 40 trees. 2274 L sap and 64L syrup!
2017 - 37 taps on 36 trees. 1573 L sap and 47L syrup!
2018 - 33 taps on 32 trees. 2314 L sap and 53L syrup!
2019 - 30 taps on 29 trees. 1640L sap and 51 L syrup!
2020 - 31 taps on 30 trees. 760 L + stopped counting sap and 25 L syrup!
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