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This research discusses about the implementation of blockchain technology to enhance transparency and food safety by tracking food products from source to consumption. With growing concerns about food safety and fraud, there is a need for an efficient and secure system that can trace the journey of food products and provide accurate information to consumers. Blockchain technology offers a decentralized and immutable ledger that can record and verify every transaction in the food supply chain. By utilizing blockchain, all relevant stakeholders including farmers, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers can input and access data at each stage, ensuring transparency and real-time visibility. This enables consumers to have access to reliable information about the origin, quality, and safety of the food they consume. Additionally, blockchain can provide a robust mechanism for detecting and preventing food fraud, as any attempt to tamper with the recorded data will be immediately detected. Implementation of blockchain technology in the food industry holds great promise for ensuring food safety and transparency, empowering consumers to make informed choices about the products they purchase and consume.
Kumar et al. (2024) studied this question.