A-18.1, r. 2 - Regulation respecting sugar bush management in forests in the domain of the State

Section 3 Disposition versions

2012-09-01

3. A permit holder must comply with the following conditions when tapping maple trees:

(1)  maple trees may be tapped once a year only, between 1 January and 30 April;

(2)  only maple trees at least 20 cm in diameter at 1.30 m above the highest ground level may be tapped;

(3)  the maximum number of tapholes in the same maple tree is determined according to the diameter of the tree, as follows:

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Diameter of maple tree at 1.30 m above ground               Maximum number
                                                             of tapholes
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20 to 39 cm                                                       1
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40 to 59 cm                                                       2
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60 to 79 cm                                                       3
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80 cm and over                                                    4
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Where 2 or more tapholes are drilled, they must be positioned evenly around the tree;

(4)  the taphole must be drilled using a bit not more than 11 mm in diameter and must not be more than 6 cm deep, including bark thickness;

(5)  no control product may be inserted into a taphole unless the control product has been registered under the Pest Control Products Act (S.C. 2002, c. 28);

(6)  all spouts must be removed each year at the latest on 1 June, with care taken not to tear the bark from the tree;

(7)  tubing must be installed, replaced and maintained without damage to the trees ; and

(8)  all worn or unused material must be recovered and disposed of in such a manner as to ensure the premises are kept clean.

O.C. 732-2004, s. 3.