Question

Mukund, a graduate in food technology, is exploring career opportunities and challenges in the food industry.

1. Highlight any two potential career options for him.
2. What are two significant challenges faced by food technologists in recent times?

Answer 1

1. The potential career options for food technologists:
   1. Production Managers.
   2. Sensory Evaluation.
   3. Quality Assurance.
   4. Research and Development, Product Development.
2. The significant challenges faced by food technologists in recent times:
   1. Foods suitable for health and other changing needs of consumers.
   2. Variety of safe and convenient foods.
   3. Foods free of chemicals, pesticides and preservatives, yet having a longer shelf life and retaining their natural flavour and appearance.