Maple Syrup Grading School
Promoting Quality, Increasing Profit
The International Maple Grading School
For maple producers, bulk syrup buyers, state inspectors, and others needing to accurately grade maple syrup or judge maple product entries at fairs and contests. Quality control issues are also addressed. This school provides a strong scientific base combined with intensive hands-on exercises. This approach enables participants to learn how to grade or judge maple products with confidence. Over 200 participants have attended the International Maple Grading School since 2004. They increased their knowledge about grading maple syrup and have saved money by increasing their profits, increasing their sales, or reducing their costs.
For more information on organizing a grading or judging workshop, see:
Two Days of In-Person Lectures and Hands-On Demonstrations!
The 2026 course will be held in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada in October.
Registration and more details will be available on this page soon.
The International Maple Grading School is for maple producers, bulk syrup buyers, state inspectors, and others needing to accurately grade maple syrup or judge maple product entries at fairs and contests. Quality control issues are also addressed. This school provides a strong scientific base combined with intensive hands-on exercises. This approach enables participants to learn how to grade or judge maple products with confidence.
