Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Someone pouring maple syrup on pancakes - Gmvozd/Getty Images Maple syrup is a more recent phenomenon than some people may think.

Many maple syrup bottles harken back to a time when liquids came in large jugs, ones that required handles, but what purpose ...

Many see maple syrup as a breakfast necessity, especially for waffles and pancakes. It comes in different flavors and sizes, and believe it or not, it can last for up to a year if stored properly.

The sweet liquid transforms more than just your stack of pancakes. It generates income, community connections, and sustainable agricultural practices in rural areas. The 21st century reality of maple ...