maple syrup contest

John Berry Maple Contest – Submissions Accepted

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As part of the Ohio Maple Days event, Ohio Maple Producers Association is hosting the John Berry Maple Contest.  Awards will be presented at the December 7th Ohio Maple Days event, and ribbons will be given out to the top three places in each class – Golden Delicate, Amber, Dark, Very Dark.  The best overall score in the Small Sugar Maker will receive a plaque as will the Best of Show producer by winning the Hilton Farley Contest.

Click here for your Entry form and additional details on syrup submission.

Contest participants can send entries to or drop them off at the 5 following locations:

  • OMPA Winter Banquet
  • OMPA Table at Lake Erie Maple Expo
  • Richards Maple Products (7955 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland, OH 44094)
  • Gortner Maple Syrup (1222 Township Road 13, West Salem, OH 44287)
  • Galen Smith (12860 Henry Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

All entries must be received by November 22 to qualify for the John Berry Maple Contest.  For any questions or clarification, please contact Galen Smith 740-398-3373.