intro to food systems

Food processing in the food system involves:

• the transformation of raw ingredients into finished food products.

• the cultivation of crops and rearing of animals.

• the distribution and sale of food products.

• the consumption of food by individuals.

Food production includes:

• Growing crops and raising animals

• Manufacturing food products

• Packaging and distributing food

• All of the above

Food processing means:

• The transformation of raw ingredients into finished food products

• The cultivation of crops

• The distribution of food products

• The consumption of food

What issues are discussed in the passage related to purchasing?

• Pricing issues

• Quality concerns

• Supply chain problems

• All of the above

Factors that influence how consumers decide to prepare food include:

• Cultural influences, dietary restrictions, and available ingredients

• Weather conditions and time of day

• The color of the kitchen walls

• The brand of the refrigerator

Organic food waste at the household or institutional level can be processed by:

• composting

• incineration

• landfilling

• recycling

Which element in the Food System Elements cycle is responsible for the final preparation and consumption of food?

How do 'Social Influences' impact the Food System Elements?

• By altering consumer preferences and demand

• By having no effect on food production

• By reducing the availability of food resources

• By increasing the cost of food production

What is the impact of 'Contextual/Environmental Influences' on the Food System Elements?

• They have no impact on the Food System Elements.

• They only affect the production aspect of the Food System.

• They influence various aspects of the Food System, including production, distribution, and consumption.

• They only affect the consumption aspect of the Food System.

Describe the economic influences that affect production on farms.

• Market demand and prices

• Weather conditions

• Soil quality

• Farmers' personal preferences