inspections it conducts at retail stores throughout the state. You can think of these as “report cards” for how well maple products meet Vermont requirements. Inspectors review product labels and sample maple syrup to ensure those products meet standards for quality, food safety, and fair labeling. This work is important for maintaining a fair market for producers, protecting consumers from unsafe products or inaccurate labeling, and supporting the high quality of the maple industry. These results are from nineteen inspections which were completed between January and June, and included thirteen routine, one follow-up, and five for-cause inspections.