Food time line

  • 18th century

    The Industrial Revolution leads to mass production of food.
    -New methods of food preservation are developed, such as canning and freezing.
    -Food becomes more accessible and less expensive.
    Lipton Tea
    Peanut Butter
  • 19th century

    -The development of railways and refrigerated transport allows for the transport of fresh food over long distances.
    -Food safety becomes a concern with the rise of industrial food production.
    -The first artificial food colorings are developed.
    Beef Stew
    meat loaf
    pot roast
  • 20th century

    -The science of nutrition is developed, and the first dietary guidelines are published.
    -Food production becomes more industrialized, and processed foods become more common.
    -The organic food movement begins.
    Ham
    oysters
    flapjacks