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Packaging, storage and distribution are key stages in food manufacture. In the core strand, Food manufacture, you will need to examine current developments in packaging and the storage and distribution processes that ensure that good quality food is delivered to the consumer.

Outcomes
This material addresses aspects of the following syllabus outcome:
H1.1 The student explains manufacturing processes and technologies used in the production of food products
H1.4 The student evaluates the impact of food manufacture on the individual, society and environment.

Source: Board of Studies NSW, Stage 6 Food Technology Syllabus, Preliminary and HSC Courses (1999)

Activity

Below are three articles from Food Australia that explore some new developments. Read the following articles from the journal Food Australia and complete the questions.

Harvest FreshCuts opens new factory

Harvest FreshCuts opens new factory, Food Australia, Vol 51, No 4, April 1999, p.150.

Reproduced with permission from Food Australia.

1. Harvest FreshCuts was already successful in the fresh chilled foods market. What influenced the product diversification described in this article?
2. There has been some bad publicity about the packaged sandwich. Identify the problems associated with this food product.
3. How can food manufacturers promote innovations of this type to ensure food safety and product acceptance?

Gourmet food packaging

Gourmet food packaging, Food Australia, Vol 51, No 9, September, 1999, p.426.

Reproduced with permission from Food Australia.

1. Gourmet foods are niche market products. What is a niche market, and why do Rubens Fine Foods belong in this market?
2. Will the packaging innovations described in this article increase Rubens' market share?
3. Why does a food product with extended shelf life appeal to consumers?
4. Check your local supermarket What other foods are being packaged in plastic barrier containers?

Cook-in packaging

Cook-in packaging, Food Australia, Vol 51, No 9, September 1999, p.426.

Reproduced with permission from Food Australia.

List the features of a successful "cook to serve" food package. What foods are packaged in this way? The food package is part of the appeal when marketing. Why would this style of packaging increase market share?