Why Blockchain Is Proving an Ideal Technology for Food Traceability
[International Banker] Blockchain has supported cryptocurrency’s rise in the financial realm but is also employed in other use cases, such as in the food industry. Knowing where food originates is important to many religious adherents and those who simply crave pure, wholesome food. How is blockchain providing traceabilit…
This International Banker article is a good overview on how blockchain technology can be used to ensure secure and transparent traceability for food, from farm to consumer. Also covered are example intents for food traceability, including consumer safety and cultural/religious certifications.
“Even when companies use software, they still rely on stakeholders providing honest and accurate information, which is vulnerable to human error and record tampering”
From the International Banker article
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