A systematic review finds blockchain improves transparency and market access for Costa Rican coffee targeting Africa, suggesting supportive government action.
Key Points
To explore how blockchain technology can improve transparency and market access in the fair trade coffee supply chain from Costa Rica to African markets.
Systematic review of literature on blockchain applications in food supply chains
Expert interviews with industry stakeholders to assess blockchain impacts
Analysis of product origin information accuracy in tested supply chains
Blockchain implementation led to a 50% improvement in accuracy of product origin information
Enhanced traceability for fair trade coffee in Costa Rica
Facilitated more equitable trading practices through increased transparency