Food Processing And Production (mock Exam Cards Only)

Question 1

What is the food supply chain

Answer 1

The processes that food goes through from farm to fork. The food supply chain connects the agricultural, manufacturing and distribution sectors within the food and drink industry

Question 2

What is the agriculture sector

Answer 2

Part of the food industry where food is grown, reared or caught

Question 3

What is the manufacturing sector

Answer 3

Part of food industry where food goes through stages of processing and production

Question 4

What is the distribution sector

Answer 4

Part of food industry where food is transported and supplied to food businesses

Question 5

4 general stages of the food supply chain

Answer 5

• Starts within the agricultural sector, food is grown, reared or caught
• Food goes through primary and secondary stages of food processing and production within the manufacturing sector
• Food is then ready to be supplied to food businesses using a range of different transportation methods within the distribution sector
• Food and drink products are finally available to consumers from a range of outlets