Food Technology and Sustainability Insights

In 2024, the global population is expected to reach 8 billion, impacting agriculture and resources. IBM's Five in Five initiative highlights five technologies that could transform the world in the next five years, focusing on food. Melissa King and Jeffrey Well discuss how IBM integrates science and food to enhance safety and sustainability. Technologies from seed to shelf, including blockchain and sensors, improve food production and safety. Innovations in packaging aim to reduce plastic waste and enhance recycling efficiency.

What is the expected world population in 2024?

• 9 billion

• 10 billion

• 8 billion

• 7 billion

What is the main focus of IBM's Five in Five initiative this year?

• Healthcare

• Transportation

• Energy

• Food

How does Melissa King view the relationship between food and science?

• They complement each other

• They conflict with each other

• They are identical

• They are unrelated

Which technology helps track food in the supply chain?

• Blockchain

• Virtual Reality

• Artificial Intelligence

• 3D Printing

What percentage of food is wasted along the supply chain?

• 20%

• 30%

• 50%

• 40%

What is the purpose of monitoring the microbiome in food?

• To enhance flavor

• To ensure safety and health

• To increase shelf life

• To reduce costs

What technology is used to improve food production at the farmer's field?

• Sensors and satellites

• Drones

• Robots

• Genetic engineering

What is a challenge with food packaging mentioned in the video?

• High cost

• Lack of availability

• Inefficient recycling of plastic

• Limited design options

What is the goal of the new packaging technology?

• To increase packaging weight

• To reduce packaging size

• To improve recycling efficiency

• To make packaging more colorful

Where can viewers find more information about the segment?

• On the First Coast Living website

• On a TV channel

• In a magazine

• In a newspaper