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This resolution commends New York Maple Producers during the Annual Maple Weekends on March 22-23 and March 29-30, 2025, recognizing the state's significant role in maple syrup production. The resolution highlights that New York is the second-largest maple syrup producer in the United States, with over 2,000 maple sugar makers and the largest resource of tappable maple trees in the country. It emphasizes the state's unique climate and forestry, which make it ideal for maple syrup production, and notes that the industry produces over 800,000 gallons of syrup annually from more than 800,000 taps. The resolution points out the labor-intensive nature of syrup production, where it takes 40 gallons of sap to create one gallon of syrup, and celebrates the diverse maple products created, including maple coffee, cream, fluff, and candy. During the Maple Weekends, maple producers will welcome families to their farms, offering opportunities to learn about syrup production, enjoy family-friendly activities, taste fresh syrup, and purchase maple products. The resolution ultimately aims to recognize and honor the maple producers for their contribution to New York's agricultural heritage and economic landscape.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K174