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Food Systems; Food Quality

Class Number: FARM 10090129-1 - Food Systems; Food Quality
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-090-129 FOOD SYSTEMS; FOOD QUALITY... compare traditional food systems (heirloom breeds, grass-fed beef) with modern production, processing, additives, packaging, transportation, marketing, price, distribution and fast food. Evaluate how these factors influence individual and societal health.

Course Typically Offered

  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. Compare the current food system with historical ways people obtained food.
  2. Examine health and safety standards & regulations and their role in the food system.
  3. Evaluate four segments of the food system; production, processing, distribution, and consumption.
  4. Determine if the food system plays a role in climate change.
  5. Evaluate the role of nutrition in judging the quality of various foods.
  6. Critique the role of the consumer regarding nutrition, quality, and safety.
  7. Predict the economic impact of local foods on the local economy.
  8. Propose a new sustainable food system.
  9. Project your role in a new, sustainable food system.

Class Details

Class Number:
FARM 10090129-1 - Food Systems; Food Quality
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
Hybrid
Term:
2026 Summer

Class Notes

  • Class Notes:

                                                              i.      June 1, 3:30-4:30 pm, mandatory virtual orientation, where:

        • You’ll get an overview of topics that both courses cover

        • Canvas (learning platform) course structure, and a plan to work through contact modules will be discussed

                                                            ii.      June 1 through August 2, complete coursework in Canvas

                                                          iii.      July 28 in-person lab, 10 am – 3:30 pm, details will follow in class materials.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
6/1/2026 - 6/1/2026 Online Live Monday
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
6/1/2026 - 8/1/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
7/28/2026 - 7/28/2026 Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Green Bay Campus Room LH107

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