gases in the earth's atmosphere that trap heat, leading to climate change

a complex web of activities involving the production, processing, transport, and consumption of our food

long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns

the interaction between the social and economic habits of a group of people

having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food

One planet

Cooking and nutrition

Fish strips street wraps

Making bang bang veg, with an Asian slaw!

This unit investigates the pressure on food systems, caused by climate change and a growing population. Pupils critique these challenges and explore principles of more sustainable diets, balancing the needs of the planet and human health. Practical work reinforces these principles in action.

Global food challenges

a group of similar organisms that can breed together to produce fertile offspring

the irreversible change of protein molecules, e.g. when liquid egg turns to solid during cooking

ready-to-eat food or drink that is sold by vendors or small businesses on the streets or in public places

ensure food is produced and processed to high standards for food safety and animal welfare

using resources to meet the needs of today, without adversely impacting on the needs of tomorrow

flowering stems that make up a head of cauliflower or broccoli

tests that supply information about people's likes and dislikes of foods

tests aim to evaluate specific sensory attributes of foods, e.g. crunchiness

a thin sheet of tissue or layer of cells acting as a lining or partition

Global food challenges

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