Yr 8 Food Technology: Sustainability

What does the term "food provenance" refer to?

• The nutritional value of food

• The origin and history of food

• The price of food

• The packaging of food

Which of the following is a key principle of sustainability in food production?

• Maximising profit

• Reducing environmental impact

• Increasing food miles

• Using more packaging

What are "food miles"?

• The distance food travels from farm to consumer

• The number of calories in food

• The cost of transporting food

• The weight of food

Which of the following is a benefit of buying local produce?

• Higher food miles

• Increased carbon footprint

• Support for local farmers

• Longer shelf life

What does the Fair Trade label signify?

• The product is the cheapest available

• The product is made with fair wages and ethical practices

• The product is organic

• The product is locally sourced

Which of the following is a method to reduce food waste at home?

• Buying in bulk without planning

• Storing food improperly

• Composting food scraps

• Ignoring expiration dates

What is one way the food industry can contribute to recycling?

• Using single-use plastics

• Disposing of waste in landfills

• Implementing packaging take-back schemes

• Increasing food production

Which of the following is an example of sustainable farming practice?

• Monocropping

• Using synthetic pesticides

• Crop rotation

• Overgrazing

How can consumers help reduce food miles?

• Buying imported goods

• Shopping at local markets

• Purchasing out-of-season produce

• Ignoring the origin of food

What is a common practice in Fair Trade to ensure ethical treatment of workers?

• Paying below minimum wage

• Providing safe working conditions

• Using child labour

• Ignoring workers' rights