International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Volume: 12 Issue: 01 | Jan 2025
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Food Authentication and Quality Assurance using Blockchain Y. Sujana1, S. Harshitha Reddy2, M. Chandra Shekar3, N. Aadithya Santhosh4 1Y. Sujana, Asst. Professor, Computer Science and Engineering – Data Science, IARE, Telangana, India
2S. Harshitha Reddy, Student, Computer Science and Engineering – Data Science, IARE, Telangana, India 3M. Chandra Shekar, Student, Computer Science and Engineering – Data Science, IARE, Telangana, India
4N. Aadithya Santhosh, Student, Computer Science and Engineering – Data Science, IARE, Telangana, India
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Abstract - The power of globalization in the field of food
to the consumer's plate, this technology allows for complete traceability, making every stage of the supply chain transparent and verifiable.
makes this highly complex value chain and increases further that fraud, food safety, and opacity challenges. These are low tech and not fool proof; food fraud in the supply chain can go undetected for months or even years meriting fakes real value. To tackle these impediments, we introduce a pioneering approach that aims to renovate the food traceability using a blockchain based mobile application. Based on this, a blockchain platform through which it develops is made in order to trace and track the route of food products from the farm right up to the dining table. This enables each food item to receive a unique digital identity that is registered in the blockchain, whereby it is possible for consumers tracing their origin, production methods, transportation and handling, just as they happen. Smart contracts facilitate transactions and agreements between multiple parties, enforcing predefined conditions and thereby enabling trust in the supply chain. Our application enables consumers through access to detailed food product information leading to informed decision making to make smart choices. It also helps to improve food safety as it enables detection and prevention of both allergen contamination and foodborne illnesses or fraudulent activities. Our solution also allows for a more efficient operation and significant cost reduction to food businesses through streamlined processes and data driven insights.
This project explores the application of blockchain technology in food authentication and quality assurance, examining how it can transform the industry by providing end-to-end visibility, ensuring data integrity, and fostering trust among consumers and businesses alike. To address these issues, we present a groundbreaking solution: a blockchain-based application designed to revolutionize food traceability. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, our application offers a transparent, immutable, and decentralized platform for tracking every step of the food supply chain in real-time.
1.1 EXISTING SYSTEM A.
Manual data logging at different stages of the supply chain is one of the many paper-based tracking and recording methods used in many food supply chains. B.
1.INTRODUCTION
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As consumers' concerns about the provenance and quality of their food grow, it is crucial to ensure food authenticity and quality assurance.
Impact Factor value: 8.315
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems:
Food producers and distributors frequently use ERP systems to handle several facets of their business, such as manufacturing, distribution, and inventory. Businesses are able to track the flow of components and final goods thanks to traceability features included in some ERP systems. These systems might not offer end-to-end traceability, though, and they might not be compatible with external stakeholders.
Conventional means of monitoring and confirming food items frequently fail to deliver the dependability and transparency required to win over customers. Blockchain technology presents a viable answer to these problems because of its capacity to produce safe, transparent, and unchangeable records. Because blockchain technology is decentralized, all food product-related transactions and data are safely recorded and unchangeable. From the farm
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Barcode and RFID Systems:
Traditional barcode and RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) systems are widely used to track and trace food products throughout the supply chain. Barcodes and RFID tags are affixed to products and scanned at various points, allowing for basic traceability. However, these systems can be limited in their ability to provide detailed information and real-time monitoring.
Key Words: Blockchain, Food Safety, Authenticity, Transparency, Traceability, Smart – Contracts, Python, Django.
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