food industry and trade

In this book, you'll learn about a variety of career paths in food science, typical educational paths, methods of exploring this field while in school, key skills for success, and much more.

Explains how food is grown and harvested and describes the work of farmers.

"Let readers explore the awesome, disgusting food jobs that keep their world running smoothly through witty, conversational text, fun facts, and critical thinking questions that'll have them laughing and learning"--.

"This . . . volume unpacks the growth of obesogenic environments in which fast-food outlets proliferate and a diet heavy in saturated fats, refined sugars and ultra-processed foods is increasing the incidence of diabetes, heart disease and cancer as well as behavioral disorders and allergies. It explores how our bodies and brains respond to different flavors and food groups, and the ways in which corporations have exploited this through the creation of hyperpalatable food products that deliver a sensory 'bliss point' while withholding nutritional value, and marketing their products to maximize profit at the expense of public health. It examines the . . . impact of modern agribusiness on climate change, biodiversity loss and antibiotic resistance, and analyzes the controversy around the safety and regulation of genetically modified crops, as well as their impact on farming communities and their potential to bring about food shortages. Finally, solutions to regaining a healthier relationship with food are carefully evaluated, from eating organic produce to reintroducing family meals, and from changing how we buy food to adopting a plant-based diet"--OCLC.

"An . . . account of the legal battles, insidious marketing campaigns, and cutting-edge food science that have brought us to our current public health crisis. Hooked lays out all that the food industry is doing to exploit and deepen our addictions, and shows us what we can do so that we can one again seize control"--Provided by publisher.

Learn how you can use computer skills to prepare for a career in the food industry.

""Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to how pumpkin pies are made. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

"A nonfiction . . . [reader] about careers in the food and cooking industry: chef, cook, recipe developer, and food stylist"--Provided by publisher.

"Wouldn't it be cool to have a job working with or around the things you love? Do you like decorating cupcakes? Maybe a career as a cake decorator would be a sweet gig! Readers will discover the possibilites of careers working with food"--Provided by publisher.