Farm Journal
How Long Does Sap Actually Run? (What Producers...
How long does sap actually run? Learn how maple producers define a “run,” how long sap flows during freeze–thaw cycles, and what determines the maple season.
Best Temperature for Sap to Run (Day & Night Ra...
Learn the best daytime and nighttime temperature ranges for maple sap to run, why freeze–thaw cycles matter, and how weather drives strong sap flow.
Why Sap Runs: The Freeze–Thaw Cycle Explained S...
Sap runs because freeze–thaw cycles create pressure changes inside maple trees. Learn how temperature drives sap flow and why maple season depends on weather, not dates.
When Is Maple Season in Michigan?
Maple season in Michigan runs from mid-February to early April, but only a limited number of days produce syrup. Learn when sap runs, why the best days are short, and...
Michigan Maple Syrup Guide: Season, Sap Flow, H...
A practical guide to Michigan maple syrup... when the season happens, why sap runs, how sap becomes syrup, and how to visit a sugarhouse to see real production in action.
How to Tell If a Maple Candy Brand Is Actually ...
Not all maple candy labeled “farm-made” actually is. Here’s how to tell if a brand truly makes its candy — or just markets it that way.
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