Sticky Situation: U.S. Tariffs Could Make Maple Syrup a 'Prime Target' for Fraud, U of G Researcher Warns in CBC News Article

PhD student Maleeka Singh says historically, instances of food fraud have increased during harsh economic times and supply chain disruptions. 

Singh spoke with CBC News about why fraudsters may attempt to adulterate Canada's "liquid gold" -- maple syrup.

Read the story: Sticky situation: U.S. tariffs could make maple syrup a 'prime target' for fraud, Guelph researcher warns | CBC News

Singh participated in the Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) Scholarship Program, funded by Food from Thought and the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance. The skills she gained through this program helped in her applications for her PhD and the Arrell Food Institute Scholarship, which she received in 2020. Read about her experience as an HQP Scholar: HQP Scholar’s Research Explores Ways to Fight Food Fraud.