"Food Quality Management: Textbook for UG & PG Students" is a comprehensive guide to food safety and excellence, designed for both undergraduate and professional students. The global food system is complex, and the demand for safe, nutritious, and high-quality food is increasing. This book provides a holistic understanding of the field, including core principles, cutting-edge techniques, and emerging trends.
The book begins by exploring the foundational pillars of quality management, emphasizing the importance of a clearly defined vision, mission, and unwavering customer focus. It then delves into food legislation, quality control methods, sensory evaluation, technology, globalization, food fraud, transparency, traceability, quality leadership, and practical application.
The text also addresses the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization, food fraud, and transparency in the global food market. It emphasizes the importance of strong quality management systems and stringent hygiene practices throughout the food chain. Engaging review questions reinforce knowledge and encourage critical thinking. By completing this book, students and professionals will gain a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted world of food quality management, empowering them to contribute to the safety, integrity, and sustainability of the global food supply chain.