Food traceability system in India

Rao, Eguru Sreenivasa; Shukla, Seema; Rizwana,

doi:10.1016/j.meafoo.2021.100019

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“…A blockchain-based framework may therefore help in maintaining the records of transactions by recording its details in a digital ledger, throughout the supply chain. The interactions of involved stakeholders towards developing a conceptual and implementable model in previous sections and existing literature provides a clear indication that blockchain technology has a lot of potential to increases transparency within the system (Rao et al, 2022;Saurabh and Dey, 2021;Wamba et al, 2020;Wamba and Quieroz, 2019). 4.5.1 Potential features of blockchain technology.…”

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Managing food security using blockchain-enabled traceability system

Gupta

Shankar²

2023

BIJ

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PurposeFood insecurity is a major concern for developing economies. Operational inadequacies get introduced with unorganized interactions among stakeholders in the food supply chain, affecting social, economic, environmental and operational (SEEO) aspects of a nation. This study analyzes India's largest food safety net program, Public Distribution System (PDS) and develops a perception-based model, mapping the root causes (of food insecurity) with possible solutions. The novelty lies in leveraging blockchain in the implementation of food traceability system.Design/methodology/approachSoft system methodology (SSM) is used to identify and analyze problems in PDS, leveraging the learning and inquiry process. It relies on system thinking and action research to create a defendable and rational model, which helps in proposing recommendations for addressing the problem.FindingsBlockchain-enabled food traceability system increases transparency, thus enabling the fulfillment of basic food necessities for beneficiaries.Practical implicationsThe proposed model enables policymakers to build a profound understanding of existing operational issues and provides insightful recommendations for making informed decisions to deal with the grave issue of food insecurity.Originality/valueUnlike previous studies, this research attempts to understand operational inefficiencies during interactions among stakeholders. It proposes a perception-based conceptual model for the final implementation at the ground level. It also reveals significance of three systems: a delivery system, an enabling system empowering delivery system and a criteria system to control and monitor processes. This study thus bridges an important gap in the literature by proposing a blockchain-driven traceability system, under the control of criteria system, through the integration of system-thinking and action-research approach.

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Managing food security using blockchain-enabled traceability system

Gupta

Shankar²

2023

BIJ

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“…A survey of the authenticity of fresh and processed fish from the domestic market showed that 22 percent of seafood samples in India are mislabelled [13]. Food and Drug Administration found the presence of salmonella in sampling strips of frozen fish products exported from India and recalled them [14]. Traceability in the dry fish supply chain deserves research attention, as food scandals and scares worldwide have reduced consumer confidence.…”

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“…Adopting the traceability system is one of the main factors that significantly influence the quality of the SME food sector [19]. A recent survey by Rao et al [14] identified a low awareness of the importance of food traceability, especially among India's micro and small-scale food industries. Hence, awareness, benefits, drivers, and barriers must be explored to implement a traceability system in the dry fish supply chain.…”

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Traceability adoption in dry fish supply chain SMEs in India: exploring awareness, benefits, drivers and barriers

JOSE

Venkatesan

2023

Sādhanā

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The illegal harvesting of seafood and the mislabelling of dry fish products have become more prominent in recent years. Traceability in the dry fish supply chain deserves research attention, especially among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in a developing country like India. To implement the traceability system, it is necessary to identify the variables and their inter-relationships that influence traceability in a food supply chain. This research aims to identify the awareness, benefits, drivers, and barriers that affect traceability adoption in the dry fish supply chain. Data were collected from 226 dry fish supply chain stakeholders through a cross-sectional survey (both online and offline) in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, two central maritime states of India. A conceptual model is developed, and the inter-relationship among the factors underlying the traceability implementation is analysed through correlation matrices and multiple regression modelling. The results show that the Indian dry fish stakeholders moderately understand the traceability system. Product safety and quality are identified as the primary benefits of traceability, while quality concerns and food safety regulations are observed as primary drivers. The significant barriers are the cost of a traceability system, lack of a co-ordinator and lack of government support.

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“…The application of traceability systems in agriculture has not yet been fully established, especially in developing countries. India has established a traceability system, not for the purpose of tracking but rather to display the prices of goods [ 18 ]. The traceability system in Malawi is ineffective because the food supply chain is not traceable [ 19 ].…”

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The Perception of the National Traceability Platform among Small-Scale Tea Farmers in Typical Agricultural Areas in Central China

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Liu

Guo

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As one of the key technologies to ensure the safety of agricultural products, the national traceability platform is being widely promoted in China. However, it has not yet been widely adopted among farmers, especially small-scale farmers. Farmers are both producers and direct participants in the traceability of agricultural products. Their perception directly affects the effectiveness of the promotion of the national traceability platform. This study explores the perception of the national traceability platform among small-scale tea farmers in typical agricultural areas in central China. This research employed Q methodology, an approach that integrates both qualitative and quantitative data allowing individuals’ subjective understandings of a specific topic to be studied. The Q-sort procedure was performed in the field with 16 small-scale tea farmers. Next, Q-factor analyses were conducted using the Ken-Q analysis. The results show that small-scale tea farmers have different perceptions of the national traceability platform. Their main characteristics are active participation, resistant participation, risk aversion, and being driven by pressure. These four categories covered 52% of the perceived variance. Meanwhile, there is also a degree of internal consistency in the perception of small-scale tea farmers. Specifically, they are all concerned that participating in the national traceability platform may increase the cost and risk of cultivation and that it is difficult to obtain support from agricultural technicians. Therefore, understanding the perceptions of tea farmers of the national traceability platform is the premise for formulating effective promotion policies. Our research sheds light on the decision-making mechanisms for small-scale tea farmers to participate in national traceability platforms, further expanding the scope of current research on farmer behavior. This research has reference significance for promoting national traceability platforms in China and other countries around the world.

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Food traceability system in India

Cited by 12 publications

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Managing food security using blockchain-enabled traceability system

Managing food security using blockchain-enabled traceability system

Traceability adoption in dry fish supply chain SMEs in India: exploring awareness, benefits, drivers and barriers

The Perception of the National Traceability Platform among Small-Scale Tea Farmers in Typical Agricultural Areas in Central China

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