What You Need to Know
Food grading involves the inspection, assessment and sorting of various foods regarding quality, freshness, legal conformity and market value. Food grading is often done by hand, in which foods are assessed and sorted. Machinery is also used to grade foods, and may involve sorting products by size, shape and quality. For example, machinery can be used to remove spoiled food from fresh product.
Steps
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USDA Prime Beef (United States): Determines marbling and tenderness standards
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Mediterranean): Verifies acidity levels and sensory qualities
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Grade A Maple Syrup (Canada): Classifies by color and flavor intensity