Title: Define terms associated with the food industry.
Course: Foundations of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (18001-I) > Section: Investigating Basic Scientific Skills and Principles in Food Products and Processing

Defining terms may include

- biosecurity
- farm-to-table
- food packaging
- food preparation
- food preservation
- food processing
- food safety
- food waste
- genetics
- Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
- niche market
- organically produced foods
- sustainability
- plant-based diets (e.g., vegetarian vs. vegan)
- product development
- traceability.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to know and understand terms related to the food science industry?
- Where can one find definitions for terms associated with the food science industry?
- What are local, state, and national trends related to the food industry?
- How do cultural and religious backgrounds affect food production and consumption?