Dairy Supply Chain Quiz

Which of the following is a key reason for conducting quality control checks on milk at a dairy processing plant?

• To increase the fat content artificially

• To ensure the milk is safe and free from harmful bacteria

• To make the milk taste sweeter

• To reduce the cost of production

What is the main purpose of pasteurisation in dairy processing?

• To freeze the milk

• To kill harmful microorganisms by heating the milk

• To add flavour to the milk

• To separate cream from milk

Which farming practice helps make dairy production more sustainable?

• Using excessive chemical fertilisers

• Rotating grazing areas for cows

• Disposing of waste in rivers

• Over-milking cows

Why is it important for dairy suppliers to keep records of their suppliers and vendors?

• To make shopping lists

• To track the source of products for quality and safety

• To increase paperwork

• To reduce the number of suppliers

Which of the following is a sign of poor quality milk?

• White colour and fresh smell

• Sour odour and lumpy texture

• Chilled to 4°C

• Sealed in a clean container

How does seasonality affect dairy supply in Great Britain?

• Milk production is the same all year round

• More milk is produced in spring and summer due to better grazing

• Cows stop producing milk in winter

• Milk is only produced in autumn

Which of the following is a sustainable way to manage cow manure on a dairy farm?

• Dumping it in a nearby stream

• Using it as fertiliser for crops

• Burning it in open fields

• Storing it in plastic bags

What is the main benefit of sourcing dairy products from local suppliers?

• Increases transport costs

• Reduces food miles and supports local economy

• Makes products more expensive

• Decreases product freshness

Which of the following tests is commonly used to check for the presence of water added to milk?

• Freezing point test

• Benedict’s test

• Litmus test

• Iodine test

What is one way dairy farmers can reduce their environmental impact?

• Use more single-use plastics

• Install solar panels for energy

• Increase water wastage

• Use more pesticides