Delayed Maple Syrup Season in Sharon, Massachusetts Due to Cold Weather
• The maple syrup season in Sharon, Massachusetts, is delayed by 3-4 weeks due to colder temperatures.
• Ideal conditions for sap flow include nighttime temperatures around 25°F (-4°C) and daytime temperatures in the upper 30s to low 40s°F (3-6°C).
• Collected sap, with only about 2% sugar, is boiled down to produce maple syrup.
Colder temperatures delay maple syrup season
The maple syrup season in Sharon, Massachusetts, is significantly delayed this year due to colder than usual temperatures.
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