Food supply chain

Question 1

What is a food supply chain

Answer 1

The food supply chain refers to the steps taken to meet the demand for food consumption in Australia
Paddock to plate - the process of how food ends up on our tables

Question 2

The stages of a food supply chain

Answer 2

1. Production
2. Processing
3. Packaging
4. Storage
5. Distribution

Question 3

Production

Answer 3

• Primary producer of the product
• Farmers

Question 4

Processing

Answer 4

• Secondary processing takes place
• Turns food into other products
• More variety
• Demand for convenience foods that require less time and prep

Question 5

Storage

Answer 5

• Different materials are used for different storage depending on the food product
• Vats or hoppers are used for large amounts of liquids that are yet to be processed
• Meat and seafood needs to be in a refrigerator or freezer
• Storing the product in the right conditions

Question 5

Packaging

Answer 5

• Allows for ease of transport like bulk packaging
• Protects goods from being damaged or contaminated during delivery
• Ease of handling and efficiency
• Preserves the product and prevents food spoilage

Question 6

Distribution

Answer 6

• Wholesalers receive goods and distribute to individual stores
• Point of sale
• Transported by refrigerated trucks to ensure food safety
• Access is almost 24/7 - flexible shopping hours