Blockchain technology in the agri-food supply chain: a systematic literature review of opportunities and challenges

Vern, Priyanka; Panghal, Anupama; Mor, Rahul S; Kamble, Sachin S.

doi:10.1007/s11301-023-00390-0

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2024

DOI: 10.1007/s11301-023-00390-0

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Blockchain technology in the agri-food supply chain: a systematic literature review of opportunities and challenges

Priyanka Vern,

Anupama Panghal,

Rahul S Mor

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What does the 7th cooperative principle (concern for community) really mean?

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Cooperatives are an important organizational form that operate under seven principles (Voluntary and Open Membership; Democratic Member Control; Member Economic Participation; Autonomy and Independence; Education, Training, and Information; Cooperation among Cooperatives; Concern for Community). Concern for Community was the last formally stated cooperative principle in 1995, after decades of discussion within the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA). The statement of this “new” principle has provoked questions for cooperatives and the cooperative movement more generally, regarding their definition, scope, and implementation. This article employs a systematic literature review to examine the academic understanding of Concern for Community that has emerged over the past 30 years. The review analyzes 32 academic journal articles from an initial dataset of 438 articles generated by a two-string search (“concern for community” and “cooperative principles”). Five themes are identified: cooperative principles, defining Concern for Community, adoption of Concern for Community, antecedents of Concern for Community, and outcomes. Comparing these themes with the normative instructions proposed by the ICA, the article develops a framework for future research. The review also finds that there is not an established clear difference between Concern for Community and corporate social responsibility in the extant literature, which carries the implication that constructs from the latter can be integrated into the analysis and development of the 7th principle.

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What does the 7th cooperative principle (concern for community) really mean?

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Martins,

Dong

et al. 2024

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Unlocking the potential: leveraging blockchain technology for agri-food supply chain performance and sustainability

Vern,

Panghal,

Mor

et al. 2024

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PurposeBlockchain technology (BCT) has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing transparency and trust. However, the relationship between the benefits of BCT and agri-food supply chain performance (AFSCperf) remains underexplored. Therefore, the current study investigates the influence of BCT on AFSCperf and sustainability issues.Design/methodology/approachThrough a comprehensive literature review, various benefits of BCT are identified. Subsequently, a research framework is proposed based on data collected from questionnaire surveys and personal visits to professionals in the agri-food industry. The proposed framework is validated using partial least square structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM).FindingsThe findings reveal that BCT positively impacts AFSCperf by improving traceability, transparency, food safety and quality, immutability and trust. Additionally, BCT adoption enhances stakeholder collaboration, provides a decentralised network, improves data accessibility and yields a better return on investment, resulting in the overall improvement in AFSCperf and socio-economic sustainability.Practical implicationsThis study offers valuable practical insights for practitioners and academicians, establishing empirical links between the benefits of BCT and AFSCperf and providing a deeper understanding of BCT adoption.Originality/valueStakeholders, managers, policymakers and technology providers can leverage these findings to optimise the benefits of BCT in enhancing AFSCperf. Moreover, it utilises rigorous theoretical and empirical approaches, drawing on a multidisciplinary perspective encompassing food operations and supply chain literature, public policy, information technology, strategy, organisational theory and sustainability.

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Determinants of Blockchain Technology Adoption in the Australian Agricultural Supply Chain: A Systematic Literature Review

Gandhi Maniam,

Acharya,

Sassenberg

et al. 2024

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Blockchain technology (BCT) is emerging as a key enabler of sustainability in various sectors, including agriculture. This study explores the impact of BCT adoption on sustainability within the Australian agriculture sector. Through a systematic literature review (SLR) of studies published between 2015 and 2021, ten key themes influencing BCT adoption were identified: transparency, traceability, contract exchange, transaction efficiency, trade finance management, quality control, real-time information dissemination, security, trust, and legislative frameworks. The findings suggest that BCT adoption in agriculture can lead to improved sustainability outcomes. By enhancing transparency and traceability, BCT enables stakeholders to track the provenance of products, reducing the risk of fraud and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The automation and efficiency gains afforded by BCT streamline supply chain processes, reducing waste and resource consumption. BCT enhances trust among stakeholders, fostering collaboration and information sharing to address sustainability challenges. This study contributes to the literature by highlighting how BCT can drive sustainability in agriculture through improved transparency, efficiency, and collaboration.

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Blockchain technology in the agri-food supply chain: a systematic literature review of opportunities and challenges

Cited by 3 publications

References 193 publications

What does the 7th cooperative principle (concern for community) really mean?

What does the 7th cooperative principle (concern for community) really mean?

Unlocking the potential: leveraging blockchain technology for agri-food supply chain performance and sustainability

Determinants of Blockchain Technology Adoption in the Australian Agricultural Supply Chain: A Systematic Literature Review

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