FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD WASTE REDUCTION AND SUSTAINABILITY

SUSTAINABLE FOOD PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why is it important food and nutrition professionals understand local food?
A
Local food is always healthier than non-local food.
B
Local food is always cheaper than non-local food.
C
The law requires nutritionists to know where food comes from and how it was produced.
D
There is increased consumer interest in where food comes from and how it was produced.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If you can pinpoint where your food was grown and produced, you can make more informed decisions to maximize quality, freshness, and nutritional value. You can also help support local economies through your purchases.

Detailed explanation-2: -Because customers have high standards and they’re expecting high-quality products that meet their needs. Unless you want to risk your customer satisfaction and sending them to the open arms of your competitors, you need to meet or even better, exceed those expectations.

Detailed explanation-3: -By eating locally grown food you support your local farmers and help grow your local economy. Buying locally also cuts transport energy costs and reduces food waste. Farm markets also are great places to find new foods to try.

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