By From staff reports
The first-ever report on maple syrup production in West Virginia shows the state produced more than 6,000 gallons in February and March.
Data released Monday is the first ever collected for West Virginia, according to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The agency eventually will collect data on the average price per gallon for West Virginia maple syrup and the value of production in the state.
"Survey estimates can really help see what the producers are doing in the state," said state statistician Charmaine Wilson. "We're excited to have worked with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture on this and are looking forward to how future results will show the growth of the maple syrup industry in West Virginia."