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Sustainable Food and Agriculture Production: Reducing Food Waste through Technological Advancements and Assessing its Economic Impact

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The food waste (FW) is a widespread and persistent concern that has substantial environmental, social, and economic consequences. This study addresses the intricate relationship among sustainable food production, technological innovation, and the imperative to reduce FW, analyzing the entire food supply chain from production to consumption to identify key points where waste occurs. The potential of developing technologies is evaluated to induce substantial transformations. The study elucidates how precision agriculture, smart packaging, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and consumer-centric apps can transform food systems through a comprehensive assessment of literature and case studies. Challenges, opportunities, and future research directions are comprehensively discussed, emphasizing the need for collaborative, multi-stakeholder approaches to achieve a sustainable and waste-conscious food future.

Source: Research on World Agricultural Economy

DOI: 10.36956/rwae.v5i3.1276

Author: Oznur Oztuna Taner

Institution: Aksaray University

Language: English

Topic: Food Waste Reduction and Sustainability

Subfield: Food Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Zero hunger, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Climate action

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $400