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Nutritional Labeling Facts for OMSPA members |
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Below there are several articles and links that will help OMSPA members to unravel the mysteries of Nutritional Labeling for use on their containers. Information in this section will be updated as soon as new information is received at the OMSPA Office. |
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The Ontario Maple Syrup Producers Association has had a lab conduct tests on pure maple syrup in order to develop generic nutritional information for pure maple syrup produced and sold within Ontario. The information listed can technically only be used by OMSPA members. Individual OMSPA producers are obligated to obtain their own nutritional testing if they feel their syrup is not adequately covered by the generic test results conducted by OMSPA. |
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"This project is funded in part through contributions by Canada and the Province of Ontario under the Canada-Ontario Research and Development (CORD) Program, an initiative of the federal-provincial-territorial Agricultural Policy Framework designed to position Canada's agri-food sector as a world leader. The Agricultural Adaptation Council administers the CORD Program on behalf of the province." |
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Some OMSPA Dealer members have generic labels available for OMSPA members to purchase. Contact your OMSPA Dealer to inquire about availability.
Coming soon: Nutritional anaylsis on maple butter and soft sugar. Results will be posted on this site when available. |
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More information on Nutritional Labeling for Maple Syrup
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Health Canada site showing various nutritional fact templates
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Site that displays the nutrient fact table
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Frequently asked questions of Health Canada
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Nutrition labeling compliance test
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Nutritional Fact Label for 1 Litre Container
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