Exploring the Hype of Blockchain Adoption in Agri-Food Supply Chain: A Systematic Literature Review

Lovina Yogarajan, Mohammad Masukujjaman, Mohd Helmi Ali (), Norlin Khalid (), Lokhman Hakim Osman and Syed Shah Alam
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Lovina Yogarajan: Faculty of Economics and Management, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Mohammad Masukujjaman: UKM-Graduate School of Business, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Mohd Helmi Ali: UKM-Graduate School of Business, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Norlin Khalid: Faculty of Economics and Management, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Lokhman Hakim Osman: Faculty of Economics and Management, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Syed Shah Alam: UKM-Graduate School of Business, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia

Agriculture, 2023, vol. 13, issue 6, 1-24

Abstract: This study examines the effect of blockchain adoption on the agri-food supply chain. A systematic literature review approach was used to analyze and synthesize the findings from the existing literature, focusing on fundamental research themes, research gaps, and the direction of future research on the impact of blockchain adoption in the agri-food supply chain. Twenty-seven full-length articles were considered and thematically analyzed in this study. The authors identified eight themes from the literature, including factors responsible for blockchain adoption and new research areas such as digitalization and the impact after adoption. These themes shed light on the agri-food supply chain practices following the adoption of blockchain technology. Moreover, this study provides a foundation for strategic and policy initiatives in the agri-food industry involving blockchain technology. The findings indicate that critical factors driving blockchain technology adoption in the agri-food industry include ensuring food traceability and transparency, food safety and security, food supply and logistics, food integrity, environmental awareness, and reducing food waste. Additionally, this study highlights the importance of guidelines and policy-level involvement after adopting blockchain technology, particularly in facilitating accurate quantification and promoting digitalization to address challenges and streamline processes. The study concludes by suggesting future research avenues for blockchain technology in the supply chain domain.

Keywords: agri-food industry; blockchain technology; supply chain; systematic literature review (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q1 Q10 Q11 Q12 Q13 Q14 Q15 Q16 Q17 Q18 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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