Supply Chain Management CQB20303 - Classifying Entities in Food Supply Chain Network

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What is a key characteristic of the consumer-driven chain in the coffee industry?

Competition among suppliers

Vertical disintegration

Cooperation and collaboration (correct)

Lack of regulations

What is a barrier to entry in the coffee industry?

Government subsidies

Overproduction of coffee

Lack of consumer demand

Voluntary standards and codes (correct)

Why is consistency important in the coffee industry?

To reduce production costs

To decrease environmental impact

To increase profit margins

To ensure quality and on-time delivery (correct)

What is the purpose of management systems in the coffee industry?

To maintain credibility of the food supply chain Signup and view all the answers

Why is tracking and tracing important in the coffee industry?

To ensure food safety and quality Signup and view all the answers

What do retailers conduct to ensure compliance with buyer codes and standards?

Production site visits and certification Signup and view all the answers

What has instigated the demand for specialty food according to the text?

Movement of people across the globe for work and migration Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of not taking food safety seriously in the supply chain, as per the text?

Increase in food fraud and food crime Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main aims of food supply chains, as stated in the text?

Satisfying consumer requirements Signup and view all the answers

How have technological advancements impacted food supply chains?

Made import and export of food effortless Signup and view all the answers

Why are retailers and producers keen to fulfill demands for specialty foods?

To meet the comfort and longing for familiar tastes by consumers Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of the movement of people across the globe for work and migration?

Increased demand for specialty food Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the supply chain in the food industry?

To take food from raw material state to finish goods Signup and view all the answers

Which country processes frozen fish caught in the North Sea before reaching retail shelves in Europe and the United States?

China Signup and view all the answers

In the context of food sustainability, what are the main needs of farmers in developing countries?

Access to infrastructure, financial assistance, skills & training, fair prices Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant aspect that differentiates developed countries from developing countries in terms of food security?

Utilizing local produce and creating local supply chain capabilities Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the main contributor to the food supply chain according to the text?

Trader Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Twelfth Malaysia Plan (RMK12) regarding food sustainability?

Boosting productivity growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the ongoing tussle between regular grocery supermarket chains and discount grocery retailers?

Offering the lowest-priced food products Signup and view all the answers

Why does the competition between grocery retailers to offer low-priced food products potentially lead to an increase in food wastage at the consumer's end?

Consumers tend to buy more than what they need due to low prices. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major concern related to food safety for all entities in the food supply chain?

Excessive use of pesticides Signup and view all the answers

In the context of food supply chain types, what best describes the difference between serving markets and serving the final consumer?

Approach towards fulfilling consumer needs Signup and view all the answers

How do commodity & producer-focused chains differ in their approach to the food supply chain?

Commodity chains deal with agricultural produce in bulk, while producer chains serve the final consumer. Signup and view all the answers

Why are governments and food sector organizations in Europe focusing on reducing food wastage at the consumer end?

To address excessive quantities of cheap food being wasted. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus within food regulation as mentioned in the text?

Food safety measures Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon is observed in the market where fresh fruits & vegetables are more expensive than processed food products?

Economies of scale in the food industry Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the global focus shifting towards a protein & meat-based diet in the developing world?

Rise in animal feed production and intensive farming practices Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions according to the text?

Food processing and distribution Signup and view all the answers

Why is sustainability within the food supply chain important?

To reduce energy consumption Signup and view all the answers

In the context of food recall concerns, what does collaboration among stakeholders in the food value chain aim to achieve?

Increasing food safety and quality control Signup and view all the answers