Foods 3.01 food systems

May be either raw agricultural products or processed products, provided that they are the forms that are sold or distributed for human consumption and infested for nutrient properties

Food commodity

Genetically modified organisms refer specifically to foods where the DNA has been modified by technology.

GMOs

A food system is like a spider web bc there are many _ parts

Interconnected

All of the following contribute to food waste except which example?

People too carefully estimate how much food they will need and do not purchase enough food for their weekly needs

What is not a reason for why food is transported?

Personal preference

The "All Natural" label simply means that:

all fresh meat is in its original state and has been minimally processed without artificial ingredients or additives.

A local entrepreneur is selling a hot sauce with 75% of the ingredients being organic. Which is an acceptable label she can use in marketing her hot sauce?

made with organic

Which federally assisted meal program provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children enrolled in public and nonprofit private schools?

national school lunch program

One of the most popular and well-known certifications is:

organic

Changes the government makes to the Farm Bill such as the type of food schools can purchase exemplify which influence on food systems?

political

Who most likely lives in a food desert?

angela walks to a convenience store to buy food

A USDA certification program that recognizes farms and processors for preserving natural resources, supporting animal health and welfare, use approved materials, and receive annual onsite inspections.

organic certification

Tom uses fresh cherries in a pie that he is baking for his family. This is an example of which step in the food system?

preparation and cosumption

Feeding the Carolinas takes surplus and fruits and vegetables and gets them to those dealing with hunger and food insecurity. This is an example of an intervention at which step in the food system?

resource and waste recovery

The potential benefits of organic production include all except:

shelf-life

At what points in the food system can the waste of food be prevented?

Consumption, after and before harvest

What is the definition of standard?

Description of acceptable practices and inputs used in production and/or processing

Areas with limited access to healthy food are called

Food deserts

Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, especially carbon dioxide and methane are called

Greenhouse gas emissions

The success of any business, from small-scale to multimillion-dollar food industries, depends on:

marketing

Which foods are most likely to have more marketing?

processed foods

Approximately how much of all food harvested is wasted?

30-40 percent

Which food products most likely feature a cartoon character in their ads to appeal favorably to young children?

sugary cereals

Which is true about local food?

Local food is linked with increased consumption of vegetables.

Only products that have been certified by a usda approved __party certifier can be called

Third

Which of the following is an example of direct marketing?

U-pick operations

What is the definition of label?

Used a communication to the end user

What is the definition of certification?

Verification of compliance

Local food, as defined by the United States Farm Bill, must be grown and transported less than:

400 miles or within the same state

Why is it important food and nutrition professionals understand local food?

There is increased consumer interest in where food comes from and how it was produced.

How is "local" food defined?

There is no single definition of local food

An activity by an individual or group which aims to influence decisions within political, economic, and social systems and institutions.

advocacy

Building relationships with customers, raising brand awareness, developing new products, promoting food products through advertising, and even paying grocery stores for prominent shelf space, all with the goal of promoting sales is called:

food marketing

A distance over which a food item is transported from producer to consumer, as a unit of measurement of the fuel used to do this.

food miles

Farms that raise livestock, dairy, or fish; farms that grow produce; diversified farms; commercial fishing; and all types of gardens exemplify which stage in the food system?

food production

Freezing and canning allow consumers to enjoy foods out of season. At which stage in the food system does this occur?

food production

Which is most likely the correct order of steps in the food supply chain?

food production, food processing, marketing, preparation and consumption

Consistent access to enough safe, nutritious food for an active, healthy life, without resorting to emergency food programs, scavenging, or stealing is called:

food security

A complex and interconnected processes involved in keeping people fed is called:

food system

Shauna lives in Asheville, North Carolina and is an advocate for purchasing local food. Which food label claim will best guide her decision when she selects food?

got to be NC

Grass-fed beef is likely to have what health implication?

leaner and fewer calories

Grass-fed and Pasture-Raised beef, pork, and poultry are generally high in:

omega-3 fatty acids

Which region of North Carolina has a strong agriculture industry with large amounts of land being used for pork, poultry, blueberries, sweet potatoes, and watermelon?

the coastal plain

Which region of North Carolina has become a cultural center for food, from both agricultural and culinary standpoints, with new farmers' markets, community-supported agriculture arrangements, restaurants, and other food and beverage producers that prioritize local products, but also deals with food insecurity in low-income sectors of the community?

the mountains and foot hills

What do communities expect as an impact of local foods?

to reduce hunger and food insecurite

Which statement is true about the United States' food system greenhouse gas emissions?

transportation accounts for 11% of greenhouse gas emissions

Sarah is a single pregnant mom with a two-year-old. She needs food assistance for her family. What government program should she apply for?

women, infants, and children program (wic)

An apple core is discarded and used to help more apples grow. This is an example of which resource and waste recovery technique?

composting

Fair Trade Standards support farmers in _________________ countries.

developing

The "All Natural" label confirms that the food:

doesn't contain added colors, artificial flavors, or synthetic substances.