1. Bern University of Applied Sciences
  2. School of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering
  3. Research + Consulting services
  4. Research areas
  5. Consumer-focused Food Production
  6. Expertise
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Expertise

In our research projects and consulting commissions we address the challenges facing the food industry throughout the value chain – from resource production and food processing through to retailing and final consumption. We explore the food science, economic, health and social aspects of each issue and ensure that our output is directly relevant to practice.

Research groups

Bioconversion and Protective Cultures

We use microorganisms for specific purposes and optimise the quality and safety of food products – for foods that are produced naturally and in environmentally sustainable ways.

Subject-area Group on Innovation, Sensory Evaluation and Nutrition

Using innovative and practice-oriented thinking, we at BFH-HAFL work together with you to develop customised solutions for your issues in sensory evaluation and product development.

Consumer Behaviour

To market your products successfully, you need to understand your consumers and ensure that your activities reflect this understanding.

Sustainability analyses and assessments for the food industry

We critically analyse, evaluate and reflect on sustainability in the food system from production to consumption and develop context-specific strategies for sustainable development - for a more sustainable...

Food Value Chain

By cooperating with selected research units of BFH-HAFL’s Agriculture Division we are in a position to address the entire value chain from field to fork. Cooperation with BFH’s School of Health Professions further broadens our scope to encompass food and health aspects.