The Official U.S. Maple Syrup Almanac 2014 2nd Edition | Page 67

MINNESOTA MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION + 31494 395th Street, Dent, MN 56528, [phone], [email protected], [email protected], www.mnmaple.org SUMMARY OF SEASON M innesota’s season was one of severe temperatures all winter, deep snow in March and April, and a late start for most sugar makers.  Overall production ranged from below average to average with many producers experiencing a very short season.  Total taps reported by members at the annual meeting totaled 70,000 and total syrup production of approximately 22,000 gallons.  (Excludes nonmembers and members not reporting.) — Stu Peterson, President AWARD WINNERS 2013 NAMSC Syrup Contest,  Moncton, New Brunswick. ■ Butch Fideldy First Place Dark Amber and Best in Show, ■ Stu Peterson, First Place Light Amber OFFICERS & DIRECTORS Stu Peterson, President & Alternate Delegate NAMSC Dent, MN 56528 [phone] [email protected] Jerry Jacobson, Vice President Vergas, MN (218) [email protected] Chris Ransom, Secretary North Vadnias Heights, MN [phone] [email protected] Shelly Carlson, Treasurer St. Joseph, MN [phone] [email protected] Butch Fideldy, NAMSC Delegate Bob Maschler, Director Laurie Reddie, Director Mark Waletzko, Director Andy Peacock, Director Steve Saupe, News Ed