Maple Syrup Industry Statistics

GITNUXREPORT 2026

Maple Syrup Industry Statistics

From 40 percent e commerce growth to $180 million in imports valued from Canada, the 2025 update tracks how maple keeps outpacing expectations while pure syrup still commands a steep premium, with global retail market growth projected at 5.2 percent CAGR to 2030. Expect sharp contrasts like breakfast using 60 percent of maple sold and pure versus pancake, plus production realities from Quebec’s 175 million pounds to the Northeast states holding 70 percent of US consumption.

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Key Statistics

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World per capita maple syrup consumption is highest in US at 0.15 gallons.

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US retail sales of maple syrup grew 8% to $450 million in 2023.

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Canada consumes 20% of its maple production domestically.

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Organic maple syrup sales increased 25% in Europe in 2023.

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Average US household maple syrup purchase is 12 oz annually.

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Pancake syrup outsells pure maple 10:1 in US retail.

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Quebec domestic sales volume 4 million gallons in 2023.

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Japan maple consumption per capita 0.02 gallons.

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E-commerce maple sales surged 40% post-COVID to $100 million US.

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Gift pack maple syrup sales account for 15% of retail.

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US consumption volume 6 million gallons in 2023.

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Flavored maple syrups (e.g., bourbon) grew 30% in sales.

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Canada retail price average $45/gallon for pure maple.

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Breakfast category uses 60% of maple syrup sold.

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EU consumption doubled in 10 years to 3 million liters.

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Vermont farmstand sales $20 million annually.

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Single-serve maple packets sales up 50%.

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Health food stores maple sales share 25% growth.

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Global consumption growth 4% annually.

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US Northeast consumption 70% of national total.

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Maple in beverages (coffee, cocktails) sales up 35%.

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Average Canadian consumption 0.3 gallons per capita.

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Private label maple syrup gaining 10% market share.

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Festival and direct-to-consumer sales $50 million US.

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Keto diet boosted low-sugar maple sales 20%.

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Asia-Pacific consumption forecast to triple by 2030.

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Bulk sales to foodservice 40% of volume.

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Children's cereals use 5% of maple supply.

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Premium maple sales in supermarkets up 12%.

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Export markets consume 75% of production.

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Quebec exported $600 million worth of maple syrup in 2022, representing 75% of provincial forestry exports.

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The US maple syrup industry generated $250 million in farm cash receipts in 2022.

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Canadian maple syrup industry contributed $1.2 billion to GDP in 2022.

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Vermont's maple industry supports 2,500 jobs directly and indirectly.

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Average Quebec maple syrup producer revenue was $450,000 in 2023.

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Global maple syrup market size reached $1.5 billion in 2023.

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US retail maple syrup sales hit $400 million in 2022.

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Quebec's industry employs 12,000 people seasonally.

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Maple syrup wholesale price in Quebec averaged $28 per gallon in 2023.

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The industry in New York contributes $100 million annually to the economy.

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Canadian maple products exports totaled $700 million in 2023.

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Vermont maple sales at farmgate were $55 million in 2023.

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Global market growth rate for maple syrup is projected at 5.2% CAGR to 2030.

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Maine's maple industry generates $75 million in annual revenue.

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Average US producer price per gallon was $42 in 2023.

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Ontario maple industry economic output is $150 million yearly.

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Strategic reserve sales generated $200 million for Quebec in 2023.

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Wisconsin maple economic contribution is $50 million.

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New Hampshire maple sales reached $40 million in 2023.

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US maple tourism adds $30 million annually from sugarbush visits.

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Quebec producer net income averaged 15% margin in 2023.

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Global retail price premium for pure maple syrup is 300% over imitation.

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Pennsylvania maple revenue $25 million in 2023.

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Investment in modern evaporators saved Quebec producers $50 million in energy costs in 2023.

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Michigan maple industry supports 1,000 jobs.

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Export value per gallon from Canada averaged $35 in 2023.

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Massachusetts maple economic impact $35 million.

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Organic maple syrup segment grew 20% in market value to $200 million globally.

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Total industry R&D investment reached $10 million in 2023.

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Bulk export prices rose 15% to $25/gallon in US 2023.

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In 2022, the United States imported 70% of its maple syrup from Quebec, valued at $150 million.

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Canada exported 60% of its maple syrup production in 2023, primarily to the US.

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Quebec's maple syrup exports to the US reached 120 million pounds in 2023.

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Japan imported 1.2 million gallons of Canadian maple syrup in 2022.

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EU maple syrup imports totaled 2.5 million liters in 2023, 85% from Canada.

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US exports of maple syrup were only 200,000 gallons in 2023, mostly to Canada.

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Germany's maple syrup imports grew 15% to 500,000 kg in 2023.

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Australia imported 150,000 gallons annually, all from Canada.

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France imported 800,000 liters of maple syrup in 2022.

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UK's maple syrup imports reached 400,000 kg in 2023, up 20%.

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South Korea's imports doubled to 300,000 gallons in 2023.

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Mexico imported 100,000 gallons from US and Canada in 2023.

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Quebec exports to Asia increased 25% to $50 million in 2023.

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US maple syrup import tariff from Canada is 0% under USMCA.

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Netherlands as EU gateway imported 1 million kg in 2023.

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China's maple syrup imports rose to 200,000 kg in 2023.

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Belgium imported 600,000 liters for re-export in 2022.

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Taiwan's imports hit 80,000 gallons in 2023.

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US domestic shipments of maple syrup were 4.8 million gallons in 2023.

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Canada's maple exports to Europe totaled 3 million gallons in 2023.

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Singapore re-exported 50,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2023.

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Brazil imported 20,000 gallons, growing market.

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Quebec's export share to US is 90% of total exports.

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Global maple syrup trade volume was 18 million gallons in 2022.

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India's imports reached 30,000 kg in 2023.

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Vermont exports 20% of production, valued at $10 million.

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Hong Kong imported 60,000 gallons as trade hub.

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US maple imports peaked at 75% of consumption in 2023.

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Quebec to Middle East exports grew 30% to $5 million.

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Sweden imported 100,000 liters in 2023.

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In 2023, Quebec's maple syrup production reached 175 million pounds, marking a 12% increase from 2022 due to favorable weather conditions.

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Vermont produced 2.1 million gallons of maple syrup in 2023, the highest on record, supported by 5,500 tappers.

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Global maple syrup production in 2022 totaled 24.5 million gallons, with Canada contributing 81% of the supply.

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New York state maple syrup output was 945,000 gallons in 2023, up 18% from the previous year.

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In 2021, Ontario produced 1.05 million gallons of maple syrup from 12,000 taps.

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The number of maple syrup producers in Quebec grew to 13,400 in 2023, an increase of 400 from 2022.

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Average yield per tap in Quebec was 0.42 gallons in 2023, compared to 0.35 in 2022.

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Wisconsin produced 850,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2023 from over 14,000 producers.

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Maine's maple syrup harvest hit 1.2 million gallons in 2023, boosted by expanded sugaring operations.

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In 2022, the US produced 5.1 million gallons of maple syrup, primarily from the Northeast.

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Nova Scotia maple syrup production reached 105,000 gallons in 2023.

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New Brunswick output was 450,000 gallons in 2023, with 1,200 producers active.

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Pennsylvania produced 240,000 gallons in 2023, up 10% year-over-year.

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Michigan's maple syrup yield was 125,000 gallons from 2,500 producers in 2023.

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New Hampshire tapped 6 million trees to produce 1 million gallons in 2023.

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Quebec's maple syrup reserves in strategic stockpile stood at 120 million pounds as of end-2023.

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Average sap yield per tap in Vermont was 11.5 gallons in 2023.

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Total US maple taps increased to 3.5 million in 2023.

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Canada's total production was 19.8 million gallons in 2022.

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Prince Edward Island produced 25,000 gallons in 2023 with 150 producers.

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Ohio maple syrup output reached 165,000 gallons in 2023.

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Massachusetts produced 290,000 gallons from 4,000 producers in 2023.

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Global production forecast for 2024 estimates 25 million gallons.

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Quebec's production season lasted 45 days on average in 2023.

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US Northeast states accounted for 95% of national maple syrup production in 2023.

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Total Canadian taps numbered 18 million in 2022.

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Newfoundland and Labrador produced 15,000 gallons in 2023.

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Iowa's small-scale production hit 10,000 gallons in 2023.

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Kentucky maple syrup output was 8,000 gallons from hobby producers.

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In 2023, the Maple Syrup Producers Association reported 15,000 US producers nationwide.

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Pure maple syrup contains 56 mg of polyphenols per tablespoon, higher than many berries.

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Grade A Golden maple syrup has 62% sugar content with delicate flavor.

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Sustainable harvesting requires tapping no more than 20% of tree sap flow.

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Maple syrup has a glycemic index of 54, lower than table sugar's 65.

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Quebec producers recycle 90% of wastewater from boiling processes.

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100% pure maple syrup has zero preservatives or additives by law.

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Antioxidant capacity of dark maple syrup is 1.5x higher than lighter grades.

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Over 80% of Quebec forests are certified sustainable by FSC.

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Maple syrup provides 100 mg manganese per 100g, 46% DV.

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Reverse osmosis technology reduces energy use by 75% in evaporation.

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pH level of pure maple syrup ranges 6.5-7.5 for optimal quality.

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13% of antioxidants in maple syrup are unique quebecol compounds.

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Carbon footprint of maple syrup is 0.8 kg CO2 per kg produced.

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USDA standards require 66.9% soluble solids minimum for Grade A.

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95% of producers use vacuum tubing to minimize tree damage.

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Maple syrup aids gut health with prebiotic oligosaccharides.

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Biodiversity in sugarbushes averages 50 tree species per hectare.

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Boiling point rise (BPR) test ensures no additives, average 7.1°F.

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Zinc content 4.16 mg per 100g, 38% DV.

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70% reduction in wood fuel use via high-efficiency evaporators.

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Color classification by 90+ Lovibond for Amber grade.

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Anti-inflammatory properties from 24 new compounds identified.

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Tree health monitoring shows 98% survival rate post-tapping.

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Potassium 204 mg per 100g, 6% DV, natural electrolyte.

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Plastic spout recycling rate 85% in industry programs.

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Density measured at 68°Brix for export quality.

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Riboflavin (B2) 1.6 mg per 100g, 123% DV.

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Wildlife habitat preserved on 70% of sugaring lands.

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No GMO risk as maple syrup is tree sap product.

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Calcium 85 mg per 100g, 9% DV for bone health.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 15, 2026
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Global maple syrup output is forecast to reach 25 million gallons in 2024, but what’s in a bottle depends on far more than weather and taps. US per capita consumption topped 0.25 gallons in 2023 while pancake syrup still outsells pure maple 10 to 1 on US shelves. From Quebec’s $600 million in 2022 exports to Europe’s 25% organic growth in 2023, these statistics reveal how quickly tastes, pricing, and trade patterns are shifting.

Key Takeaways

  • World per capita maple syrup consumption is highest in US at 0.15 gallons.
  • US retail sales of maple syrup grew 8% to $450 million in 2023.
  • Canada consumes 20% of its maple production domestically.
  • Quebec exported $600 million worth of maple syrup in 2022, representing 75% of provincial forestry exports.
  • The US maple syrup industry generated $250 million in farm cash receipts in 2022.
  • Canadian maple syrup industry contributed $1.2 billion to GDP in 2022.
  • In 2022, the United States imported 70% of its maple syrup from Quebec, valued at $150 million.
  • Canada exported 60% of its maple syrup production in 2023, primarily to the US.
  • Quebec's maple syrup exports to the US reached 120 million pounds in 2023.
  • In 2023, Quebec's maple syrup production reached 175 million pounds, marking a 12% increase from 2022 due to favorable weather conditions.
  • Vermont produced 2.1 million gallons of maple syrup in 2023, the highest on record, supported by 5,500 tappers.
  • Global maple syrup production in 2022 totaled 24.5 million gallons, with Canada contributing 81% of the supply.
  • Pure maple syrup contains 56 mg of polyphenols per tablespoon, higher than many berries.
  • Grade A Golden maple syrup has 62% sugar content with delicate flavor.
  • Sustainable harvesting requires tapping no more than 20% of tree sap flow.

US and Canada dominate maple syrup with strong growth, led by premium and organic sales.

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Consumption and Sales

1World per capita maple syrup consumption is highest in US at 0.15 gallons.
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2US retail sales of maple syrup grew 8% to $450 million in 2023.
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3Canada consumes 20% of its maple production domestically.
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4Organic maple syrup sales increased 25% in Europe in 2023.
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5Average US household maple syrup purchase is 12 oz annually.
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6Pancake syrup outsells pure maple 10:1 in US retail.
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7Quebec domestic sales volume 4 million gallons in 2023.
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8Japan maple consumption per capita 0.02 gallons.
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9E-commerce maple sales surged 40% post-COVID to $100 million US.
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10Gift pack maple syrup sales account for 15% of retail.
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11US consumption volume 6 million gallons in 2023.
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12Flavored maple syrups (e.g., bourbon) grew 30% in sales.
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13Canada retail price average $45/gallon for pure maple.
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14Breakfast category uses 60% of maple syrup sold.
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15EU consumption doubled in 10 years to 3 million liters.
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16Vermont farmstand sales $20 million annually.
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17Single-serve maple packets sales up 50%.
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18Health food stores maple sales share 25% growth.
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19Global consumption growth 4% annually.
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20US Northeast consumption 70% of national total.
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21Maple in beverages (coffee, cocktails) sales up 35%.
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22Average Canadian consumption 0.3 gallons per capita.
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23Private label maple syrup gaining 10% market share.
Directional
24Festival and direct-to-consumer sales $50 million US.
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25Keto diet boosted low-sugar maple sales 20%.
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26Asia-Pacific consumption forecast to triple by 2030.
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27Bulk sales to foodservice 40% of volume.
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28Children's cereals use 5% of maple supply.
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29Premium maple sales in supermarkets up 12%.
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30Export markets consume 75% of production.
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Consumption and Sales Interpretation

While Americans will eagerly drown their pancakes in ten times more imitation syrup, they are slowly drizzling on the sophistication, driving up genuine maple sales with artisanal flavors, health kicks, and a collective online shopping habit that even COVID couldn't sour.

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Economic Impact

1Quebec exported $600 million worth of maple syrup in 2022, representing 75% of provincial forestry exports.
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2The US maple syrup industry generated $250 million in farm cash receipts in 2022.
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3Canadian maple syrup industry contributed $1.2 billion to GDP in 2022.
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4Vermont's maple industry supports 2,500 jobs directly and indirectly.
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5Average Quebec maple syrup producer revenue was $450,000 in 2023.
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6Global maple syrup market size reached $1.5 billion in 2023.
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7US retail maple syrup sales hit $400 million in 2022.
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8Quebec's industry employs 12,000 people seasonally.
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9Maple syrup wholesale price in Quebec averaged $28 per gallon in 2023.
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10The industry in New York contributes $100 million annually to the economy.
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11Canadian maple products exports totaled $700 million in 2023.
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12Vermont maple sales at farmgate were $55 million in 2023.
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13Global market growth rate for maple syrup is projected at 5.2% CAGR to 2030.
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14Maine's maple industry generates $75 million in annual revenue.
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15Average US producer price per gallon was $42 in 2023.
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16Ontario maple industry economic output is $150 million yearly.
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17Strategic reserve sales generated $200 million for Quebec in 2023.
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18Wisconsin maple economic contribution is $50 million.
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19New Hampshire maple sales reached $40 million in 2023.
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20US maple tourism adds $30 million annually from sugarbush visits.
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21Quebec producer net income averaged 15% margin in 2023.
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22Global retail price premium for pure maple syrup is 300% over imitation.
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23Pennsylvania maple revenue $25 million in 2023.
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24Investment in modern evaporators saved Quebec producers $50 million in energy costs in 2023.
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25Michigan maple industry supports 1,000 jobs.
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26Export value per gallon from Canada averaged $35 in 2023.
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27Massachusetts maple economic impact $35 million.
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28Organic maple syrup segment grew 20% in market value to $200 million globally.
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29Total industry R&D investment reached $10 million in 2023.
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30Bulk export prices rose 15% to $25/gallon in US 2023.
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Economic Impact Interpretation

Amidst this forest of figures flows a river of liquid gold, with Quebec sitting firmly upon the throne of an international empire built on pancakes, while its American neighbors craft their own thriving, if slightly smaller, kingdoms of syrup.

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Export and Import Data

1In 2022, the United States imported 70% of its maple syrup from Quebec, valued at $150 million.
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2Canada exported 60% of its maple syrup production in 2023, primarily to the US.
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3Quebec's maple syrup exports to the US reached 120 million pounds in 2023.
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4Japan imported 1.2 million gallons of Canadian maple syrup in 2022.
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5EU maple syrup imports totaled 2.5 million liters in 2023, 85% from Canada.
Single source
6US exports of maple syrup were only 200,000 gallons in 2023, mostly to Canada.
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7Germany's maple syrup imports grew 15% to 500,000 kg in 2023.
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8Australia imported 150,000 gallons annually, all from Canada.
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9France imported 800,000 liters of maple syrup in 2022.
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10UK's maple syrup imports reached 400,000 kg in 2023, up 20%.
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11South Korea's imports doubled to 300,000 gallons in 2023.
Directional
12Mexico imported 100,000 gallons from US and Canada in 2023.
Single source
13Quebec exports to Asia increased 25% to $50 million in 2023.
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14US maple syrup import tariff from Canada is 0% under USMCA.
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15Netherlands as EU gateway imported 1 million kg in 2023.
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16China's maple syrup imports rose to 200,000 kg in 2023.
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17Belgium imported 600,000 liters for re-export in 2022.
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18Taiwan's imports hit 80,000 gallons in 2023.
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19US domestic shipments of maple syrup were 4.8 million gallons in 2023.
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20Canada's maple exports to Europe totaled 3 million gallons in 2023.
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21Singapore re-exported 50,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2023.
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22Brazil imported 20,000 gallons, growing market.
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23Quebec's export share to US is 90% of total exports.
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24Global maple syrup trade volume was 18 million gallons in 2022.
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25India's imports reached 30,000 kg in 2023.
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26Vermont exports 20% of production, valued at $10 million.
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27Hong Kong imported 60,000 gallons as trade hub.
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28US maple imports peaked at 75% of consumption in 2023.
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29Quebec to Middle East exports grew 30% to $5 million.
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30Sweden imported 100,000 liters in 2023.
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Export and Import Data Interpretation

While America drowns its pancakes in a $150 million sea of Quebec syrup, the rest of the world is developing a sweet tooth too, proving the global breakfast table is becoming deliciously Canadian.

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Production Statistics

1In 2023, Quebec's maple syrup production reached 175 million pounds, marking a 12% increase from 2022 due to favorable weather conditions.
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2Vermont produced 2.1 million gallons of maple syrup in 2023, the highest on record, supported by 5,500 tappers.
Single source
3Global maple syrup production in 2022 totaled 24.5 million gallons, with Canada contributing 81% of the supply.
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4New York state maple syrup output was 945,000 gallons in 2023, up 18% from the previous year.
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5In 2021, Ontario produced 1.05 million gallons of maple syrup from 12,000 taps.
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6The number of maple syrup producers in Quebec grew to 13,400 in 2023, an increase of 400 from 2022.
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7Average yield per tap in Quebec was 0.42 gallons in 2023, compared to 0.35 in 2022.
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8Wisconsin produced 850,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2023 from over 14,000 producers.
Single source
9Maine's maple syrup harvest hit 1.2 million gallons in 2023, boosted by expanded sugaring operations.
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10In 2022, the US produced 5.1 million gallons of maple syrup, primarily from the Northeast.
Directional
11Nova Scotia maple syrup production reached 105,000 gallons in 2023.
Single source
12New Brunswick output was 450,000 gallons in 2023, with 1,200 producers active.
Directional
13Pennsylvania produced 240,000 gallons in 2023, up 10% year-over-year.
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14Michigan's maple syrup yield was 125,000 gallons from 2,500 producers in 2023.
Verified
15New Hampshire tapped 6 million trees to produce 1 million gallons in 2023.
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16Quebec's maple syrup reserves in strategic stockpile stood at 120 million pounds as of end-2023.
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17Average sap yield per tap in Vermont was 11.5 gallons in 2023.
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18Total US maple taps increased to 3.5 million in 2023.
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19Canada's total production was 19.8 million gallons in 2022.
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20Prince Edward Island produced 25,000 gallons in 2023 with 150 producers.
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21Ohio maple syrup output reached 165,000 gallons in 2023.
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22Massachusetts produced 290,000 gallons from 4,000 producers in 2023.
Single source
23Global production forecast for 2024 estimates 25 million gallons.
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24Quebec's production season lasted 45 days on average in 2023.
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25US Northeast states accounted for 95% of national maple syrup production in 2023.
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26Total Canadian taps numbered 18 million in 2022.
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27Newfoundland and Labrador produced 15,000 gallons in 2023.
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28Iowa's small-scale production hit 10,000 gallons in 2023.
Directional
29Kentucky maple syrup output was 8,000 gallons from hobby producers.
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30In 2023, the Maple Syrup Producers Association reported 15,000 US producers nationwide.
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Production Statistics Interpretation

Despite Canada's overwhelming global dominance, the American maple syrup industry is dripping with success, seeing record-breaking production from Vermont to Maine, as if each Northeastern state took Quebec's favorable weather as a personal challenge to tap more trees.

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Quality, Health, and Sustainability

1Pure maple syrup contains 56 mg of polyphenols per tablespoon, higher than many berries.
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2Grade A Golden maple syrup has 62% sugar content with delicate flavor.
Single source
3Sustainable harvesting requires tapping no more than 20% of tree sap flow.
Verified
4Maple syrup has a glycemic index of 54, lower than table sugar's 65.
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5Quebec producers recycle 90% of wastewater from boiling processes.
Directional
6100% pure maple syrup has zero preservatives or additives by law.
Verified
7Antioxidant capacity of dark maple syrup is 1.5x higher than lighter grades.
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8Over 80% of Quebec forests are certified sustainable by FSC.
Verified
9Maple syrup provides 100 mg manganese per 100g, 46% DV.
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10Reverse osmosis technology reduces energy use by 75% in evaporation.
Single source
11pH level of pure maple syrup ranges 6.5-7.5 for optimal quality.
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1213% of antioxidants in maple syrup are unique quebecol compounds.
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13Carbon footprint of maple syrup is 0.8 kg CO2 per kg produced.
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14USDA standards require 66.9% soluble solids minimum for Grade A.
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1595% of producers use vacuum tubing to minimize tree damage.
Single source
16Maple syrup aids gut health with prebiotic oligosaccharides.
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17Biodiversity in sugarbushes averages 50 tree species per hectare.
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18Boiling point rise (BPR) test ensures no additives, average 7.1°F.
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19Zinc content 4.16 mg per 100g, 38% DV.
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2070% reduction in wood fuel use via high-efficiency evaporators.
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21Color classification by 90+ Lovibond for Amber grade.
Verified
22Anti-inflammatory properties from 24 new compounds identified.
Single source
23Tree health monitoring shows 98% survival rate post-tapping.
Verified
24Potassium 204 mg per 100g, 6% DV, natural electrolyte.
Single source
25Plastic spout recycling rate 85% in industry programs.
Verified
26Density measured at 68°Brix for export quality.
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27Riboflavin (B2) 1.6 mg per 100g, 123% DV.
Single source
28Wildlife habitat preserved on 70% of sugaring lands.
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29No GMO risk as maple syrup is tree sap product.
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30Calcium 85 mg per 100g, 9% DV for bone health.
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Quality, Health, and Sustainability Interpretation

The noble maple tree runs a remarkably tight ship, producing a syrup that's not just a sweetener but a surprisingly sophisticated and responsibly crafted elixir, boasting more antioxidants than some berries, a gentler impact on blood sugar, a skeleton crew of unique health compounds, and an environmental conscience that recycles its wastewater and preserves its forests.

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Julian Richter. "Maple Syrup Industry Statistics." Gitnux, 13 Feb 2026, https://gitnux.org/maple-syrup-industry-statistics.
Chicago
Julian Richter. 2026. "Maple Syrup Industry Statistics." Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/maple-syrup-industry-statistics.

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