Food Product Development

What is the role of research at an early stage of the project

• It is used to create a recipe
• It defines which ingredients need to be used and how much the product will cost
• It identifies the needs and wants of the target market. 
• It explains scientific principles

Why is the design of the package so important?

• Consumers see the package on the shelf so it influences them to purchase.
• It is expensive
• It needs to look pretty
• Packaging design is fun

Why is evaluation throughout the product development process essential?

• It saves money
• It makes sure that the product meets the requirements of the design brief and target market 
• Evaluation keeps people in employment
• It is part of the design process

Which is NOT a reasons for preserving food?

• Prevent wastage

• Maintain its nutritive value and make food preparation easier and quicker

• To increase the price of a product

What can you do to make brown coloured food look more attractive?

• Dye it a different colour

• Put it under coloured lights

• Add some brightly coloured garnishes such as chopped herbs, chillies or a lemon wedge

• Avoid brown food for food photographs

Which of the following is NOT a reason to package food

• To increase the cost

• To preserve the food and prevent spoilage

• To prevent the food being tampered with

• To contain the food so it can be transported easily

What is biodegradable packaging

• Packaging that can be recycled

• Packaging that won't hurt animals

• Environmentally friendly packaging

• Packaging that can completely decompose, with the aid of micro organisms, when placed in a composting area

Why would a food manufacturer choose to use cardboard as a packaging material?

• It is expensive

• It is lightweight but relatively strong

• It is easy to print on

• It provides excellent protection from pests such as insects and rodents

• It can be recycled

Why would a manufacturer choose to use glass as a packaging material?

• It is transparent so food can be easily seen

• It is resistant to breakage

• It is cheap to recycle

• It is resealable

• It can be heated to high temperatures so it is hygienic and safe

Which of the following are NOT one of the 4 P's?

• Product

• Place

• Push

• Percolation

• Promotion