Food Industry
Transcript: • AGRICULTURE: raising of crops and livestock, and seafood • MANUFACTURING: agrichemicals, agricultural construction, farm machinery and supplies, seed, etc. • FOOD PROCESSING: preparation of fresh products for market, and manufacture of prepared food products • MARKETING: promotion of generic products (e.g., milk board), new products, advertising, marketing campaigns, packaging, public relations, etc. • WHOLESALE and DISTRIBUTION: logistics, transportation, warehousing • FOODSERVICE (which includes Catering) • GROCERY, FARMERS' MARKETS, PUBLIC MARKETS • EDUCATION: academic, consultancy, vocational • REGULATION: local, regional, national, and international rules and regulations for food production and sale, including food quality, food safety, marketing/ advertising, and industry lobbying activities • RESEARCH and DEVELOPMENT: food technology • FINANCIAL SERVICES: credit, insurance From the site http://www.careersinfood.com someone can learn about the education and preparation needed to become a food scientist. Food Scientist: Educational Requirements for a Career in Food Science Food Scientist: Educational Requirements for a Career in Food Science http://www.ip.aua.gr/studies.asp in EU Member Greek exports mainly consist of fruits & vegetables (33.6%). Other important exported products are olive oil (10.6%), tobacco (8.8%) and cotton (8%). Food industry in EU in comparison with other sectors... Greek cities that are involved in the Food Industry are: Main exports of EU Members http://study.com/articles/Food_Scientist_Educational_Requirements_for_a_Career_in_Food_Science.html https://ec.europa.eu/eures/public/en/homepage (definition by Food Standards Agency, a government body in India) Production value of top sections in EU Member Conclusion The percentage of workers employed in the food industry Food Scientist Educational Requirements Depending on the positions in which they serve, food scientists might hold an undergraduate or graduate degree. Bachelor's degrees in agricultural science or related sciences may be adequate for positions in farming and food processing technology. Food scientists who work in research positions at academic institutions are typically required to hold at least a master's degree, and those who wish to teach generally need a doctorate. http://www.ip.aua.gr/studies/greek%20team_final.pdf http://www.ip.aua.gr/studies.asp Exports of the Greek food industry Contribution of each food sector in the Greek food industry Greece seems to show its exported strength on raw agricultural products (non manufactured). Greek products are mainly exported to the European Union, as well as in countries of Eastern Europe. http://ec.europa.eu/growth/sectors/food/index_en.htm While European diets are changing and tend to converge in most EU countries, there are still significant differences (cultural differences, differences in tastes, information, demographics etc.). With other words... consumers, their diets and preferences and tastes differ. The vast majority of new food products (72%-88%) continue to fail mainly because of low consumer satisfaction. Οrientation in the future The European Job Mobility Portal is created in order for someone to make the right decision about mobility, individuals seeking jobs and employers need information regarding a wide range of practical, legal and administrative issues. The Job Mobility Portal of EURES provides information tools which aim to give help and support to those who think mobility or are considering recruiting from another country. https://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Food-Industry-Overview---History-of-Food-Industry Food Industry Food produced in this way have faced criticism by various reasons related to safety, [3] ecology and economic issues raised by the fact that these organizations are subject to copyright laws. from the time that agriculture began about 7,000 years ago to the present: In general, the food and drink sector is emphasizing on producing high quality products, by adopting new technologies, aiming on the consumers’ satisfaction. In other words... "...the whole food industry – from farming and food production, packaging and distribution, to retail and catering." Main imports and exports of EU The food and drink sector of Greece has a very important role in the Greek economy and the Greek manufacturing industry in general. n recent years has been much debate on Genetically modified products. Food Industry in Greece • Kalamata • Kefalonia • Thassos • Iraklion, Crete • Zakynthos • Kerkyra • Preveza • Rhodos • Samos • Lakonia http://www.ip.aua.gr/Studies/Lazaridis-Drichoutis_final.pdf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Food_industry About the food industry Greek exports + Video + photo The food industry includes: Source Eurostat Food scientists apply their knowledge of biology, chemistry and engineering to develop and improve foods. They may alter a food product's nutritional value, flavor, texture or appearance, as well as its packaging and production