Blockchain Integration for Enhanced Agri-Food Supply Chain Security and Efficiency

The integration of blockchain technology into agri-based food supply chains holds significant promise, offering a multitude of advantages such as heightened transparency, accountability, and traceability. However, this potential is hampered by various challenges stemming from deficiencies in education, policy frameworks, and technical aspects. To address these challenges and foster a more dependable system capable of ensuring traceability, trustworthiness, and efficient delivery in the management of agri-food supply chains, an innovative approach is proposed. This research presents a modified blockchain-based food supply chain solution built on the foundation of the Hybrid HBDEA (Honey Badger BFT and International Data Encryption Algorithm) algorithm. The algorithm in question serves the dual purpose of ensuring data security and upholding the integrity of transported food products. To further enhance the security and quality assurance of the food products, the Hybrid HBDEA algorithm is combined with Auto DLM (Modified Automated Deep Learning (Auto DLM)). Key stakeholders in the agri-food supply chain, including farmers, food processors, and various distributors, actively contribute by entering their data into the blockchain ledger. This collaborative effort generates indisputable records that serve as the bedrock for seamless transactions. To protect these transactions and ensure authorized access to critical information, the HBDEA algorithm is employed that enhances the data security and controls data access. This research conducts a comprehensive analysis of the proposed approach, employing a range of performance metrics to evaluate its efficiency, reliability, and effectiveness. The results of this analysis underscore the potential of the blockchain-based food supply chain system to address existing challenges and significantly enhance the overall operations of the agri-food industry. Through the incorporation of advanced technologies and encryption methods, this holistic approach aims to usher in a more resilient and technologically advanced agri-food supply chain ecosystem, benefiting stakeholders across the industry.