Food Studies AOS1 Flashcards
Food systems
The path that food travels from product to plate.
Food production (primary)
- Agriculture
- Fisheries
Food production (food processing)
- Secondary processing
- Packaging for distribution and sale
Food distribution
Retail sales and distribution
- Fresh food markets
- Supermarkets etc
Food consumption
Food consumption
- Food service
- Cafes, restaurants etc
- Meals at home
Population growth
Increase in the amount of people in a country/globe.
Consumer demand in Australia
Plant based products, more ethical, dietary friendly, organic, environmentally friendly.
Increasing global demand
“Clean, green food”
GM Canola
Genetically modified crops that has had its DNA altered to make it more tolerant to drought and increase yield.
Fisheries production
Fish farming -> increased yield
Organic food
Food grown without chemical.
Foreign ownership of land
Overseas buyers wanting to purchase Australian land.
Consumer trend to discount shopping.
Non Australian products and shops e.g. Aldi
Rise in private labels.
Smaller brands struggling?
Global food and beverage trends