Research should explore
- preservation practices (e.g., irradiation, pasteurization, canning)
- genetically modified foods
- transportation of food (e.g., the carbon footprint involved)
- food storage practices
- food origins
- industrial farming
- organic farming
- hydroponic farming
- locally sourced foods.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What are genetically modified foods?
- What are the principal differences between industrial and organic farming?
Communication
- What does the label “USDA Organic” signify and communicate?
- What is the government’s role in ensuring food safety and communicating quality assurance standards to consumers?
Leadership
- Why should industrialized nations assist developing nations with their food supplies?
- What effect does the worldwide distribution of food have on the environment?
Management
- How have science and technology influenced food production, food storage, and food preparation?
- What educational preparation is needed to pursue a career in food technology?