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Blockchain can reduce intermediary costs in agricultural supply chains by at least 15%, with a median reduction of 20% across different commodities in West Africa. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The research aims to evaluate the impact of blockchain technology on supply chain transparency and efficiency in West African agriculture.

March 1, 2026Open Access

Evaluating Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency and Efficiency in Ethiopian West African Agriculture: A Methodological Approach

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MGMuluken GebrehiwotAfrica Center AAAbay Mesfin AbebaAfrica Center

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Mixed-methods research shows blockchain enhances efficiency in agriculture supply chains, indicating strong stakeholder support.

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The research aims to evaluate the impact of blockchain technology on supply chain transparency and efficiency in West African agriculture.
Utilized a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative data analysis of blockchain transaction records and qualitative interviews.
Applied statistical models to assess blockchain's effectiveness in reducing intermediaries and improving traceability.
Conducted thematic analysis to gauge stakeholder perceptions regarding blockchain adoption.
Blockchain can reduce intermediary costs by at least 15%, with a median reduction of 20% across various agricultural products.
Stakeholders prefer the transparency offered by blockchain compared to traditional practices.
Findings suggest a significant potential for blockchain to improve trust and efficiency in the agricultural supply chain.

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Gebrehiwot et al. (2004) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a3d873ec16d51705d2f48a https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18796568

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