Virginia Tech's Department of Food Science & Technology has designed this site to bring you up to date information on the necessities of starting your own business, information on organics, the Better Process Control School, as well as supplying you with support and a variety of articles with topics ranging from food security to food processing.
The value-added food industry of Virginia is worth approximately $10 billion dollars. The industries include dairy, poultry processing and further processing, seafood, grain based (baking, pasta, snacks, etc.), muscle foods, fruits and vegetables, wines, beverages, and more. Each type of industry has aspects that are unique and need special attention. Other concerns, such as food safety and waste control, are common to all food industries. Needs can also vary with size, whether you are producing out of your own kitchen or out of a large plant.
Goal:
To train students and educators to work in these industries and provide research and extension to help the industries in the state of Virginia to prosper.
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