The Official U.S. Maple Syrup Almanac 2014 2nd Edition | Page 66

INDIANA MAPLE ASSOCIATION + 6025 North 100E , New Castle, IN 47362, [phone], [email protected], www.indianamaplesyrup.org SUMMARY OF SEASON OFFICERS & DIRECTORS ndiana, like much of the maple belt, suffered through a severe winter of cold temperatures, high winds, and a lot of snow.  Most producers were 2 - 4 weeks late in tapping and the season extended from 1 - 3 weeks longer.  Sugar content for most of the Hoosier state was between 2.5% to 3.0 %.  Very little light syrup was made this season with most producers making a great deal of very good tasting medium amber syrup.  Most sugar makers reported an average or better yield with a few having exceptionally good years for such a short season.  One producer reported that he maintained high vacuum due to the installation of squirrel guard that prevented vacuum leaks due to animal bites. — Dave Hamilton, President Dave Hamilton, President New Castle, IN [phone] [email protected] I Garry Sink, Vice-president Roanoke, IN 260-638-4919 [email protected] Bill Owen, Secretary Avilla, IN [phone] [email protected] Ron Burnett, Treasurer Paragon, IN [phone] [email protected] UPCOMING EVENTS August 1-17, 2014 Indiana State Fair The Indiana Maple Syrup Association participates in the Pioneer Village. We sell syrup and other maple confections, meet lots of interesting people from all over the world, and educate the public about maple syrup. Several IMSA members volunteer many hours to man the Hoosier Sugar Shack. Photos by William Stockberger Steve Deatline, above, examines an old spile as he talks about his past experiences. The Deatline Sugarhouse, right. 66 December 6, 2014 Annual meeting IMSA will host its annual meeting in Columbia City, Indiana where officers will be elected, dealers will display equipment and supplies and speakers will keep Hoosiers informed about the latest knowledge in the maple industry. U.S. Maple Syrup Almanac 2014