Abstract:
Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative solution for enhancing
transparency, efficiency, and trust in agricultural supply chain management systems.
By leveraging decentralized and immutable ledgers, blockchain addresses critical
challenges such as traceability, fraud, and inefficiencies across the supply chain. In
agriculture, it enables real-time monitoring of produce from farm to fork, ensuring the
authenticity and quality of products while minimizing waste and delays. Smart
contracts automate transactions, streamline payments, and enforce compliance with
contractual terms, reducing dependence on intermediaries. Blockchain's capacity for
secure and transparent data sharing enhances collaboration among farmers,
distributors, retailers, and consumers, fostering a fair and sustainable ecosystem.
Moreover, its integration with IoT devices enables precise tracking of environmental
conditions, ensuring optimal storage and transport conditions for perishable goods. By
enabling end-to-end traceability, blockchain empowers consumers with verifiable
information about product origin and production methods, enhancing confidence in
food safety and ethical sourcing. Governments and regulators also benefit from
improved oversight of agricultural practices and compliance with standards. This
thesis explores the design and implementation of a blockchain-based supply chain
management system tailored for agriculture, highlighting its potential to revolutionize
the industry by promoting efficiency, reducing costs, and building trust among
stakeholders.
