About Us - MMSPA

    Minnesota Maple Syrup Producers' Association (MMSPA) - Our history, purpose, and how we are governed.

    History

    group photo of membersFor nearly 50 years the MMSPA has served the maple syrup industry of Minnesota. Incorporated as a non-profit membership association in 1966, the MMSPA has promoted quality maple products and provided information and education to members. We exist to support and encourage maple syrup production in Minnesota by hobbyists and licensed commercial producers alike.

    Producers today owe a debt of gratitude to MMSPA’s first president, Clifford Dalbey of Mora, Minnesota who, along with 13 other producers, formed the MMSPA in 1966. Today the association is made up of over 150 maple syrup producers from the state of MN.

    Purpose

    MMSPA is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to:

    • Promoting the interests and welfare of Minnesota maple syrup producers;
    • Improving sugarbush management by hobbyists and commercial/licensed producers alike;
    • Expansion of markets for high quality maple products;
    • Supporting maple syrup research by state and federal agencies;
    • Joint efforts with the University of MN and MN Dept of Ag for advancing the maple syrup industry; and
    • Supporting the North American Maple Syrup Council (NAMSC).

    Governance

    The Association is governed by a volunteer board of directors of up to 12 members. Staggered three year terms allow for the election of directors at each annual meeting. Officers include the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.

    To the extent practical, the board is comprised of members from all parts of the state where maple syrup is produced. All board members volunteer their time and the Association has no paid employees.

    Officers and Directors

    President 2025 Bill Warner
    Vice President 2027 Mark Waletzko
    Secretary 2026 Amy Perkins
    Treasurer 2026 Ben Carlson
    Director 2027 Dave Carlson
    Director 2026 Mike Hofer
    Director 2025 Shannon Stewart
    Director 2025 Larry Odegard
    NAMSC Delegate    Stu Peterson
    MMPSA News Editor    Steve Saupe

     

    Link to:  MMSPA Bylaws

    Contact Us

    President:  Bill Warner
    612-599-0470
    Vice Pres:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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    320-292-4891

    MMSPA Mailing Address:
    15946 County Road 51
    St Joseph, MN 56374

    What's New in the Website

    Updated Frequently Asked Questions 
    Updated Fun Facts
    More links of the Links page
    Enhancements to the Membership Directory
    New website design, including new registration and member signup/login options, also a feed from our MMSPA Facebook page.

    See the EVENTS page for details on upcoming events.

    See the NEWS page for recently added articles impacting the maple syrup industry.