‘It’s the future of sugar’: new technology feeds Vermont maple syrup boom amid climate crisis
Published in The Guardian, 7/2/24
September 26, 2024
By Mark Isselhardt
Vermont maple production has steadily increased since the 1990s. The state hit a record high in 2022, producing 2.55m gallons of syrup. Even though it’s too early for this year’s totals, Vermont tappers reported a strong season. Driving this surprising growth is new technology and shifting tapping timelines.