Compilation of exam and interview questions and answers on Dairy Technology and Dairy Engineering . Q.1. Explain the action of milk on metals. Ans. Milk acts on certain metals, so that a small amount of the metal is dissolved in it. The metallic salts thus formed may give rise to a 'metallic' taste in the milk. Some salts act as [...]
In this article we will discuss about the methods adopted for buying, collection, cooling and transportation of milk. Buying of Milk: Various methods for buying milk are employed, singly or in combination, as given below: (a) Payment According to Weight or Volume (also known as a Flat Rate): Advantages- (i) saves time; (ii) simple to calculate. Disadvantage- Encourages watering or [...]
In this article we will discuss about the steps involved in the manufacture of milk. The steps are: 1. Receiving Milk 2. Pre-Heating 3. Filtration/Clarification 4. Cooling and Storage of Raw Milk 5. Standardization 6. Pasteurization 7. Homogenization 8. Bottling/Packaging 9. Storage. Step # 1. Receiving Milk: Milk may be delivered to the Milk Plant/ Dairy in cans or tankers [...]