LYNDONVILLE – The 2024 Vermont Maple Conference, December 9 to 14, will offer options for both online and in-person learning with informative and engaging sessions led by maple industry experts and maple producers.
University of Vermont (UVM) Extension and the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association (VMSMA) will host the hybrid conference.
Daily sessions will be of interest not only to sugar makers but also to foresters who work with maple producers and forest landowners looking to lease to a producer. Forestry credits will be available for the online and in-person sessions of the entire conference.
Conference week kicks off with a full day Maple Quality School, Monday, Dec. 9, featuring Mark Isselhardt from UVM Extension and Jason Lilley from UMaine Extension. This hands-on, in-depth session will cover the science behind great and off-flavored syrup, the best measurement tools and how to use them, and will offer hands-on activities to refine your skills. A “must attend” for new and experienced producers!
The online portion of the Conference kicks off, Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 9 a.m., with the first of eight online sessions over a three-day period. The conference “grand finale” occurs on Saturday, Dec. 14, with a full day of sessions, guest speakers and a tradeshow at the Vermont State University’s Randolph campus.
For details and to register, go to vermontmaple.org/maple-conferences. Attendees can register for online sessions or a full conference pass and have access to all four days of the conference. All sessions will be recorded for registrants’ future enjoyment and learning.
