Production Methods

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One-off production
when a single product is made, for example a designer wedding cake. This is classed as a luxury food item.
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Batch production
making of a set number of identical products. Typically batch production is used in a bakery, where a certain number of different types of loaves will be made every morning.
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Mass production
used to make foods on a large scale. The production line involves repetitive tasks so machines are often used. This saves time and helps lower the cost of production.
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Continuous-flow production
high-volume production method where machines run 24 hours a day. It is often used to produce milk and packet pizzas.
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making of a set number of identical products. Typically batch production is used in a bakery, where a certain number of different types of loaves will be made every morning.

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Batch production

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used to make foods on a large scale. The production line involves repetitive tasks so machines are often used. This saves time and helps lower the cost of production.

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high-volume production method where machines run 24 hours a day. It is often used to produce milk and packet pizzas.

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