NH maple syrup producers hope for temps to hold after slow start to the season

By: Mara Hoplamazian

Outlets: NHPR

Published: March 16, 2026

Words: 501

Last Updated: 4 days, 20 hours ago


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Plumes of steam are finally rising from sugar shacks across New Hampshire, after a cold winter delayed maple season longer than usual.

At Six Saplings Sugarhouse in Wilmot, David Atwood and his family get up early this time of year. On days when conditions are just right and sap is flowing, they start boiling around 6:30. This year, Atwood’s grandson has started running their evaporator.

“We're trying …

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