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Browse this page for all the latest news, features, and media highlights showcasing our farm’s dedication to crafting pure maple syrup as well as our devotion to historically minded events. From behind-the-scenes looks at our sugaring process to community events and accolades, this is your hub for everything happening at Fair Lawn Farm. Dive in and discover what makes our maple sugar camp a cherished tradition!

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AAA Explorer: “All Hail the Maple”

Move over, Vermont! Virginia has a maple syrup heritage all its own. Tucked away in the Allegheny Mountains, Highland County is home to 11 maple sugar camps, including Fair Lawn Farm!

Issue: March 2025

For more information on this publication, visit the AAA Explorer website.

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Fair Lawn Farm to Host 18th Century Trades Fair

Colonial history enthusiasts won’t want to miss the 18th Century Trades Fair being held this Friday and Saturday, August 30 and 31, and Sunday, September 1, in Highland County.

The fair will feature museum-grade tradesmen-and-women – blacksmiths, silversmiths, riflesmiths, horners, weavers, spinners and many more. Read more…

Publication Date: August 28, 2024

For more information on this publication, visit www.pocahontastimes.com.

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Wine & Country Magazine: Artisan Portrait

Introduced by the indigenous peoples of Northeastern America, the bulk of the world’s supply of maple syrup still comes from these regions. The Québec province of Canada, known for its unique French culture, is the world’s largest producer. While in the U.S., states like Vermont and New York make up most of America’s production along with a handful of other states including, what might surprise some, farmers in Highland County,
Virginia. Read more…

Issue: March 2024

For more info on this publication, visit www.wineandcountrylife.com.

Picture of WDBJ7 reporters test tasting Highland County Maple Syrup

WDBJ7: Taste-Tests to Prep for Maple Festival

Join WDBJ7 reporters Joe Dashiell, Logan Sherrill, and Bradford Ambrose as they taste-test different syrups found at two of Highland County, Virginia’s maple sugar camps. One of those bottles just happens to be our Fair Lawn Farm maple syrup! Watch full video…

Aired: March 6, 2025

For more info on WDBJ7, visit www.wdbj7.com.

The Maple Festival returns to Highland County news video

The Maple Festival returns to Highland County

Join WSLS 10 News reporter Lindsey Kennet as photojournalist Greg Moore visits Duff’s Sugar House to show you how they prepare for the beloved Maple Festival. Watch full video…

Aired: March 7, 2025

For more info on WSLS News 10, visit www.wsls.com