30 Questions
What is a key characteristic of the consumer-driven chain in the coffee industry?
Cooperation and collaboration
What is a barrier to entry in the coffee industry?
Voluntary standards and codes
Why is consistency important in the coffee industry?
To ensure quality and on-time delivery
What is the purpose of management systems in the coffee industry?
To maintain credibility of the food supply chain
Why is tracking and tracing important in the coffee industry?
To ensure food safety and quality
What do retailers conduct to ensure compliance with buyer codes and standards?
Production site visits and certification
What has instigated the demand for specialty food according to the text?
Movement of people across the globe for work and migration
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
What is one of the main aims of food supply chains, as stated in the text?
Satisfying consumer requirements
How have technological advancements impacted food supply chains?
Made import and export of food effortless
Why are retailers and producers keen to fulfill demands for specialty foods?
To meet the comfort and longing for familiar tastes by consumers
What is one potential consequence of the movement of people across the globe for work and migration?
Increased demand for specialty food
What is the primary function of the supply chain in the food industry?
To take food from raw material state to finish goods
Which country processes frozen fish caught in the North Sea before reaching retail shelves in Europe and the United States?
China
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
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
Who is considered the main contributor to the food supply chain according to the text?
Trader
What is the main focus of the Twelfth Malaysia Plan (RMK12) regarding food sustainability?
Boosting productivity growth
What is the main focus of the ongoing tussle between regular grocery supermarket chains and discount grocery retailers?
Offering the lowest-priced food products
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.
What is a major concern related to food safety for all entities in the food supply chain?
Excessive use of pesticides
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
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.
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.
What is a key focus within food regulation as mentioned in the text?
Food safety measures
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
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
What is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions according to the text?
Food processing and distribution
Why is sustainability within the food supply chain important?
To reduce energy consumption
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
This quiz focuses on classifying the functions of different entities within the food supply chain network. Topics covered include logistics management, traceability, coordination, and maximizing customer value.
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