In the rivers and lakes of snacks, a "college wind" is blowing. They are endorsed by scientific research institutions, become popular with high academic qualifications, and have captured the hearts of countless foodies. Under this starry sky, there are also some dark clouds - those "academic fraud" snacks that use the name of universities and research institutes. Today, we are going to uncover the truth behind this together and see if these snacks are really what we want, so that we can enjoy the delicious taste while still trusting them.
Let's meet some of the real "academic" stars. Huanong yogurt, Shizhuang oatmeal, konjac silk ...... from Southwest UniversityThe names sound like they come from a high-class lab at some institute rather than a snack on a supermarket shelf. What they all have in common is that they are inextricably linked to well-known agricultural colleges or research institutes. Consumers are flocking to these foods because they are not only delicious, but also have a scientific background in quality assurance.
However, when the sales of these snacks soared because of the words "Academy of Agricultural Sciences" and "Agricultural University", some problems also emerged. Some merchants are starting to capitalize on this trend and associate their products with these authorities, even if the connection doesn't exist. This phenomenon has raised the question of whether these snacks really have anything to do with the scientific institutions they claim to be.
The reporter's investigation found that although some commodities set up "Academy of Agricultural Sciences" in the keyword, the joint research and development relationship with the Academy of Agricultural Sciences was not clearly marked on the commodity packaging. On some complaint platforms, there are also complaints about the false advertising of such products. For example, some consumers purchased potato chips that claimed to have been developed by the Yunnan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, but the actual product did not match the description.
The reporter further contacted the Yunnan Academy of Agricultural Sciences and the Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and learned that only a few brands have a technical support relationship with them. Northeast Agricultural University also made it clear that some products under the banner of the school are not produced and operated by the school. According to a random survey by the Shanghai Municipal Consumer Protection Commission, 5 of the 13 online food products claimed to have been developed by the "Academy of Agricultural Sciences" and "Agricultural University" were denied by relevant institutions.
The lawyer pointed out that the fraudulent use of the names of universities and the Academy of Agricultural Sciences constituted false propaganda and violated the Advertising Law of the People's Republic of China. According to the law, merchants can face hefty fines or even be forced to stop advertising. In addition, this behavior is also suspected of constituting fraud to consumers, and may be subject to legal liability for refunds and compensations.
In order to regulate the market order, the Ministry of Education and other departments have issued the "Opinions on Regulating the Registration and Use of the Names of 'Universities' and 'Colleges'", requiring unapproved organizations not to use the words "university" or "college" in advertisements and other external publicity. Violators will face legal sanctions.
Behind all this, it is not only the moral issue of merchants, but also the problem of consumer trust. The real "academic" snacks should be a win-win cooperation between scientific research institutions and the market, but fake and shoddy products have made this market muddy. This harms the interests of consumers and also affects the reputation of truly "highly educated" products.
In this chaotic market, we need more transparency and authenticity. Regulators need to step up efforts to crack down on false propaganda in accordance with the law. At the same time, scientific research institutions should also take the initiative to protect their brands from abuse. As consumers, we also need to be vigilant and learn to distinguish between the real and the fake.
In this story of "academic" snacks, we see a microcosm, a story of trust, quality and responsibility. It reminds us to pursue authenticity and transparency while pursuing deliciousness. Only in this way can we ensure that our rights are not violated, while also supporting products that we can truly trust.
Let's keep our eyes peeled together, look for those truly "preppy" snacks, and enjoy the health and deliciousness they bring. Remember, every choice is a vote that determines the market and culture we want to support. In the process, we can not only enjoy food, but also become a force for social progress. Snacks for academic fraud