elective Flashcards
What are food commodities?
Food commodities are basic agricultural products that are traded in bulk.
True or False: Grains are considered food commodities.
True
Name three examples of food commodities.
Wheat, rice, and corn.
What is the primary purpose of food commodities?
To provide a stable food supply and economic value.
Fill in the blank: _______ is a key factor influencing the price of food commodities.
Supply and demand
Which food commodity is the most widely consumed staple food in the world?
Rice
What role do food commodities play in global trade?
They are essential for food security and a major part of the economy.
True or False: Dairy products are classified as food commodities.
True
What is a major challenge facing food commodity production?
Climate change and environmental sustainability.
Name a food commodity that is often used as livestock feed.
Soybeans
Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of converting raw commodities into food products.
Food processing
What is the significance of food commodities in nutrition?
They provide essential nutrients for human health.
What is a food commodity market?
A marketplace where food commodities are bought and sold.
True or False: The quality of food commodities can affect their market price.
True
What are organic food commodities?
Food commodities produced without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.
Name one way in which technology impacts food commodity production.
Improved crop yields through genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
What is the role of government policies in food commodity markets?
They can influence prices, supply, and trade regulations.
Fill in the blank: _______ is a food commodity that is a primary source of protein.
Meat
What is the difference between perishable and non-perishable food commodities?
Perishable commodities spoil quickly while non-perishable can be stored for longer periods.
True or False: Sugar is classified as a food commodity.
True
What is a food commodity index?
A statistical measure of the price changes of a basket of food commodities.
Name a benefit of consuming food commodities.
They are often affordable and provide necessary nutrients.
Fill in the blank: _______ is a food commodity that is critical for baking.
Flour
What is the impact of globalization on food commodities?
Increased availability and variety of food products worldwide.
