Biotechnology in Food
Segment: 10. Environmental Service Systems, Standard: Demonstrate the application of biotechnology to AFNR activities. (Career Cluster I.A.7)
Description
Biotechnology is utilized to develop new tools for improving productivity both in and out of the food system. Branches of Biotechnology in the food system include crop biotechnology and animal biotechnology. Biotechnology in food began with the beginning of agriculture and selective breeding.
Resources
- What is Food Biotech? (UC Davis)
- Background on Food Biotech
Teaching Methods
Brainstorming, Lecture Discussion, Paired or Small Group Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study, Field Trip, Resource People, Experiment, Supervised Study, Debate