Learn about the Michigan maple syrup industry during the Michigan Maple Syrup Association’s annual meeting, which is all virtual this year and offering free registration to the public.
The state of Michigan is home to many wonderful sugarmakers. They each have their own unique story, so occasionally we will feature a sugarmaker from around the state to give you a peek into their operation. This month, we invite you to meet the Hawkinsons of Hawk’s Nest Sugar Bush.
At the start of the season, as early as the beginning of February, sugarmakers are frequently asked, “How’s the season going to be?”. Many of us reply with “We’ll let you know in May”.
Thus far, it seems to be a normal start for the maple season - not too early and not too late. Now to predict how good of a season it will actually be?
