WEST CHAZY | Parker Family Maple Farm has earned top honors from the New York State Agricultural Society. The local sugarmakers were named 2026 Business of the Year at the society’s 194th Annual Forum held Jan. 8 in Rochester.
Owners Michael and Laura Parker and Kristina Parker and their children attended and were presented with the award. Business of the Year 2026 recognizes one New York State agribusiness “for the quality, leadership and innovation they demonstrate that enhances the integrity of the agricultural industry.”
The presentation shared acclaim for the family maple producers who are moving toward the fifth and sixth generation of family-owned agribusiness operations…