What makes a maple syrup organic?
The fact is that some non-organic maple producers have used pesticides or are located near properties that do. Historically some have used defoaming agents, and other potentially harmful chemicals that can contaminate trees, soil, and groundwater – not to mention the maple that you eat. All Coombs Family Farms organic maple is certified by the Quality Assurance International (QAI), and carries the USDA organic seal. This ensures that when you choose Coombs Family Farms organic maple, the maple you pour on your pancakes or use in your favorite recipes is free of any pesticides and chemicals.
The meaning of organic maple goes deeper than that, however. Being certified organic means that our maple was harvested with more in mind than immediate, short-term gain. While pesticides and chemicals may make farming easier, organic maple production is better for the forest, better for the environment, and better for consumers. By choosing to farm organically and not use artificial pesticides, we are doing our part to protect our environment and nurture our forests, so we can continue maple sugaring for generations to come.
