FOOD

SCIENTIST
WHAT IS IT
Food scientist is the person who applies scientific knowledge to the
specialty of agriculture, along with soil, animal and plant. They are
typically concerned with what happens to agricultural products after
they are grown or harvested until they reach your dinner table. The goal
of food scientists is to help us improve and maintain the quality and
safety of foods we eat.

HOW DOES IT
AFFECT OUR
LIFE?
Food scientists use their
knowledge and intelligence
to meet the needs of our
evolving society. As a
result, we now have more
global access to various
and diverse food supply
that is in high quality.
WHICH SKILLS DOES IT INVOLVE?
Food scientists should have a fundamental knowledge
in chemistry, biology and microbiology.

Able to do statistical analysis and chemical analysis.

Advanced courses in food science apply these skills to

problems in food processing, handling, quality and
safety.

Many food science programs are now including courses

in biotechnology and genetics, reflecting the growing
importance of these fields to food production.