WorksheetsDairy Supply Chain Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following is a key reason for conducting quality control checks on milk at a dairy processing plant?
To increase the fat content artificially
To ensure the milk is safe and free from harmful bacteria
To make the milk taste sweeter
To reduce the cost of production
What is the main purpose of pasteurisation in dairy processing?
To freeze the milk
To kill harmful microorganisms by heating the milk
To add flavour to the milk
To separate cream from milk
Which farming practice helps make dairy production more sustainable?
Using excessive chemical fertilisers
Rotating grazing areas for cows
Disposing of waste in rivers
Over-milking cows
Why is it important for dairy suppliers to keep records of their suppliers and vendors?
To make shopping lists
To track the source of products for quality and safety
To increase paperwork
To reduce the number of suppliers
Which of the following is a sign of poor quality milk?
White colour and fresh smell
Sour odour and lumpy texture
Chilled to 4°C
Sealed in a clean container
How does seasonality affect dairy supply in Great Britain?
Milk production is the same all year round
More milk is produced in spring and summer due to better grazing
Cows stop producing milk in winter
Milk is only produced in autumn
Which of the following is a sustainable way to manage cow manure on a dairy farm?
Dumping it in a nearby stream
Using it as fertiliser for crops
Burning it in open fields
Storing it in plastic bags
What is the main benefit of sourcing dairy products from local suppliers?
Increases transport costs
Reduces food miles and supports local economy
Makes products more expensive
Decreases product freshness
Which of the following tests is commonly used to check for the presence of water added to milk?
Freezing point test
Benedict’s test
Litmus test
Iodine test
What is one way dairy farmers can reduce their environmental impact?
Use more single-use plastics
Install solar panels for energy
Increase water wastage
Use more pesticides
Why is it important to maintain the cold chain when transporting dairy products?
To make the milk thicker
To prevent spoilage and bacterial growth
To change the colour of the milk
To increase the price
Which of the following is a challenge caused by seasonality in dairy farming?
Consistent milk prices throughout the year
Fluctuating milk supply depending on the season
Cows producing chocolate milk in winter
No change in feed requirements
What is the main reason for regular inspections of dairy suppliers?
To decorate the farm
To ensure hygiene and compliance with food safety standards
To increase paperwork
To reduce the number of cows
Which of the following is a benefit of sustainable dairy farming?
Depletes soil nutrients
Protects biodiversity and natural resources
Increases pollution
Reduces animal welfare
What is the typical temperature at which milk should be stored to maintain quality?
25°C
4°C
15°C
40°C
Why might some people in Great Britain still choose to have their milk delivered by a milkman?
It guarantees the milk is always imported
It supports local dairy farms and reduces packaging waste
It makes milk more expensive
It ensures milk is never fresh
How can dairy farmers help reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Feed cows more soya beans
Improve feed efficiency and manure management
Increase herd size without limit
Use more diesel-powered equipment
Why might a dairy processor choose to work with multiple suppliers?
To increase risk of shortages
To ensure a steady supply even if one supplier has issues
To make deliveries slower
To reduce product variety
Which of the following is a key aspect of vendor management in the dairy industry?
Ignoring supplier feedback
Regularly reviewing supplier performance
Only buying from the cheapest source
Never visiting supplier farms
What is one way seasonality can impact the price of dairy products in shops?
Prices stay the same all year
Prices may rise when supply is lower in winter
Prices drop in winter due to more milk
Prices are not affected by supply
