Synergizing blockchain and internet of things for enhancing efficiency and waste reduction in sustainable food management

IF 15.1 1区农林科学 Q1 FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Trends in Food Science & Technology Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI:10.1016/j.tifs.2025.104873

Yang Zhang , Vijai Kumar Gupta , Keikhosro Karimi , Yajing Wang , Mohd Azman Yusoff , Hassan Vatanparast , Junting Pan , Mortaza Aghbashlo , Meisam Tabatabaei , Ahmad Rajaei

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Abstract

Background

Reducing food waste in the food supply chain is paramount in our quest for sustainability. With growing concerns over environmental degradation, resource scarcity, and food insecurity, addressing this challenge has become a global imperative. To effectively tackle it, the use of blockchain along with the Internet of Things (BlockIoT) has emerged as a promising approach. By using decentralized and reliable systems built on blockchain technology, it is possible to devise a solution for better managing the agricultural supply chain.

Scope and approach

The review article explores the potential of BlockIoT in tackling challenges within the food chain, such as traceability and waste reduction. This paper analyzes the benefits and limitations of blockchain solutions for sustainable food management, focusing on traceability and supply chain optimization. It also examines the technical and adoption challenges hindering blockchain implementation in the food industry.

Key findings and conclusions

BlockIoT has the potential to make significant contributions to food supply chains, addressing all three pillars of sustainable development. Specifically, it can positively impact the social pillar by facilitating transparency and traceability, thus mitigating food fraud and ensuring food safety. Concerning the environmental pillar, BlockIoT has the potential to significantly reduce food waste and minimize the environmental footprint. Furthermore, BlockIoT has the potential to contribute to the economic pillar by lowering costs. However, achieving widespread blockchain implementation requires the participation of all stakeholders, which may be hindered by both technical and adoption challenges. These challenges encompass not only the technical aspects of implementing blockchain technology but also the broader issue of adoption throughout various industries and sectors. Further research focusing on empirical evidence and real-world implementation is needed to enhance understanding and enable the sustainable development of agriculture and smart agri-supply chain management.

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Trends in Food Science & Technology 工程技术-食品科技

CiteScore

32.50

自引率

2.60%

发文量

322

审稿时长

37 days

期刊介绍： Trends in Food Science & Technology is a prestigious international journal that specializes in peer-reviewed articles covering the latest advancements in technology, food science, and human nutrition. It serves as a bridge between specialized primary journals and general trade magazines, providing readable and scientifically rigorous reviews and commentaries on current research developments and their potential applications in the food industry. Unlike traditional journals, Trends in Food Science & Technology does not publish original research papers. Instead, it focuses on critical and comprehensive reviews to offer valuable insights for professionals in the field. By bringing together cutting-edge research and industry applications, this journal plays a vital role in disseminating knowledge and facilitating advancements in the food science and technology sector.