***NOTE THIS INFORMATION IS FROM 2023, FOR YOUR REFERENCE… 2024 CHANGES/UPDATES WILL BE AVAILABLE MID MAY OF 2024!

MAPLE SYRUP CLASS 47

TO REGISTER PLEASE FOLOW THIS LINK http://www.assistexpo.ca/oronofair

Chairperson(s): Allen & Connie Lagace (905)786-2197, Zachary Lagace, Kyle Lagace
Committee:  Owen Lagace, Natalie Lagace
Sponsor(s) Squirrel Creek Farm, Maple T Edge Farm
NOTE: Maple Syrup must be a 2023 product. A colorimeter will be available at the fair office so that syrup may be entered into the proper section. There may be a slight difference from one colorimeter to another. The committee will not be responsible for placing the exhibit in the proper section.
INFORMATION:
All Entries in this class must be in the Agricultural Building no later than Thursday, September 7th at 1:00 p.m.
The Producer’s name must not appear on exhibits until after judging.
• An exhibit will consist of 1 – 250ml Kent style glass bottle. Syrup should be packed hot (180 degrees – 200 degrees).
• Maple Syrup under “66 Brix” (66% sugar) or entered in the wrong color class will be disqualified.
• Not more than one entry per section per exhibitor.
ADULT SECTIONS:
1. Golden
2. Amber
3. Dark
Prize Money: $20.00; $15.00; $5.00.
YOUTH/4-H SECTIONS (AGES 9-21):
4. Amber
5. Dark
Prize Money: $15.00; $10.00; $5.00.
First time Exhibitors who have never entered maple syrup into the Orono Fair before: enter your
best bottle of syrup regardless of color. This does not eliminate you from entering in the other
maple syrup sections.