Purpose

The primary objective of this study is to investigate the application of blockchain technology (BCT) in the agri-food supply chain, focusing on traceability and food safety.

Design/methodology/approach

The study employed a semi-structured interview method with representatives from the cherry supply chain to evaluate their awareness and acceptance of BCT's impact. Additionally, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) was utilized to determine digital investment priorities in supply chain strategies. By applying the supply chain operations reference (SCOR) model framework to the cherry supply chain, the study aimed to address the question “Which process model is suitable for implementing BCT in the agri-food supply chain?”

Findings

The global agri-food supply chains are characterized by significant food losses, escalating prices along the chain, and food safety risks. Concurrently, consumer concerns regarding food safety, quality and transparency are on the rise. BCT, with its ability to ensure data integrity, immutability, and seamless tracking of chain movements, presents immense potential as a secure infrastructure in the agri-food supply chain traceability.

Originality/value

The developed analytic framework and the study's findings can be adapted to different sectors and different sub-sectors within agri-food supply chains.

中文翻译：

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农产品供应链中可追溯性和食品安全的区块链应用：樱桃产品应用

目的

本研究的主要目的是研究区块链技术（BCT）在农产品供应链中的应用，重点关注可追溯性和食品安全。

设计/方法论/途径

该研究采用半结构化访谈的方式对樱桃供应链的代表进行评估，以评估他们对 BCT 影响的认识和接受程度。此外，还利用层次分析法（AHP）来确定供应链战略中的数字投资优先事项。通过将供应链运营参考（SCOR）模型框架应用于樱桃供应链，该研究旨在解决“哪种流程模型适合在农产品供应链中实施BCT？”的问题。

发现

全球农产品供应链的特点是粮食损失严重、供应链价格不断上涨、食品安全风险较大。与此同时，消费者对食品安全、质量和透明度的担忧不断增加。BCT 能够确保数据完整性、不变性和链条移动的无缝跟踪，作为农业食品供应链可追溯性的安全基础设施，具有巨大的潜力。

原创性/价值

所开发的分析框架和研究结果可以适用于农业食品供应链中的不同部门和不同子部门。