Food Quality (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Quizzes
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What aspects define food quality in animal production?
What aspects define food quality in animal production?
Nutritional value, taste, safety
Which beneficial compound is elevated in grass-fed products and supports cardiovascular function?
Which beneficial compound is elevated in grass-fed products and supports cardiovascular function?
Omega-3 fatty acids
Why do grass-fed products naturally contain higher levels of beneficial compounds?
Why do grass-fed products naturally contain higher levels of beneficial compounds?
Fresh grass is rich in these nutrients
What indicates higher natural carotenoids in dairy products from grass-fed cows?
What indicates higher natural carotenoids in dairy products from grass-fed cows?
Richer colours
Which factors are the four main influences on food quality in animal production?
Which factors are the four main influences on food quality in animal production?
Breed, nutrition, housing, management
Which cattle breed produces high milk yield but with lower solid content?
Which cattle breed produces high milk yield but with lower solid content?
Holstein
Which disease in dairy cows can be prevented by clean, well-ventilated housing?
Which disease in dairy cows can be prevented by clean, well-ventilated housing?
Mastitis
What does EBI stand for in breeding programmes?
What does EBI stand for in breeding programmes?
Economic Breeding Index
Which certification scheme provides official recognition of Irish quality standards?
Which certification scheme provides official recognition of Irish quality standards?
Bord Bia Origin Green
How do grasslands contribute to environmental sustainability in grass-fed systems?
How do grasslands contribute to environmental sustainability in grass-fed systems?
They provide carbon sequestration