A Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis of Blockchain Technology for Food Security

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) faces obstacles in guaranteeing food security because of its desert climate, restricted arable land, and significant reliance on food imports. Establishing a robust and transparent food supply chain is crucial. This study investigates the crucial functions of blockchai...

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Main Authors: Balan Sundarakani, Anis Ghouse
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/13/22/3607
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description The United Arab Emirates (UAE) faces obstacles in guaranteeing food security because of its desert climate, restricted arable land, and significant reliance on food imports. Establishing a robust and transparent food supply chain is crucial. This study investigates the crucial functions of blockchain technology in protecting and improving food security in the UAE. Using bibliographic and co-citation network analyses, this study examines 143 research articles that provide a thorough review of the current status of blockchain technology in relation to food security. We examine the interrelationships among studies, highlighting significant themes and identifying three emerging food security patterns in the incorporation of blockchain into the food security domain. This study enhances the understanding of how blockchain technology can transform the food security dimensions of availability, accessibility, utilization, and stability in the UAE and worldwide.
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food trust
food supply chain
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title A Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis of Blockchain Technology for Food Security
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food security
food trust
food supply chain
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