International Conference on Research for Transport and Logistics Industry
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2024-03-28T23:11:28ZResearch for Transport and Logistics Industry Proceedings of the 8th International Conference (Pre Text)
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Research for Transport and Logistics Industry Proceedings of the 8th International Conference (Pre Text)
Gunaruwan, TL
2023-08-26T00:00:00ZTransparency and authenticity of mango supply chain
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Transparency and authenticity of mango supply chain
Madumalka, HWK; Sandamith, WM; De Silva, DAM
Gunaruwan, TL
The mango industry faces challenges due to the perishability of fruits, seasonality, and high demand in processing and fresh fruit markets. To ensure product authenticity, tracing methods are crucial. This study examines the existing traceability system and authenticity while identifying logistics gaps in the mango supply chain. Research focused to develop a block chain-based method to enhance quality, safety authenticity and returns of mango value chain. Primary data collection comprised of environmental scanning, institutional analysis, and participatory approaches. 74 respondents mango value chain included into the sample. Qualitative tools and descriptive statistics were utilized to assess traceability. Results showed that export-oriented mango value chains, especially TJC mangoes, maintained safety, quality standards, and traceability. However, fresh mangoes for local markets and processing lacked similar measures. Poor postharvest management and contamination issues, notably with ripening agents, significantly impacted the safety and quality of the fruits. Exporters demonstrated tracing capabilities up to the collection agency level using stickers with quality information. Common logistics issues included limited awareness among value chain actors, poor communication between nodes, and information asymmetry were key barriers. This study underscores the need to improve traceability, safety, and quality standards in the mango supply chain. Implementing block chain technology could address these challenges and enhance efficiency, transparency, and trust throughout the industry, benefiting all stakeholders.
2023-08-26T00:00:00ZBlockchain-based solution for the process of obtaining and maintaining of the rainforest alliance certification in the Sri Lankan tea supply chain
http://dl.lib.uom.lk/handle/123/21648
Blockchain-based solution for the process of obtaining and maintaining of the rainforest alliance certification in the Sri Lankan tea supply chain
Wickramaarachchi, K; Thibbotuwawa, A; Fernando, M
Gunaruwan, TL
The tea industry in Sri Lanka holds a significant position in the global market, as it is the fourth largest tea producer worldwide, and renowned for its premium brand name, “Ceylon Tea.” However, despite the positive economic impacts, the industry encounters several sustainable challenges, such as inadequate agricultural practices, labour wage disparities, deforestation, and soil erosion, among others. This study aims to propose a blockchain-based framework to address these sustainability issues and streamline the process of obtaining and maintaining the Rainforest Alliance certification in the Sri Lankan tea supply chain. The Rainforest Alliance is a voluntary certification program that is widely adopted in the tea industry as a mark of sustainability.
2023-08-26T00:00:00ZA regional spatial planning farmwork to optimize paddy supply chain management in north central province, Sri Lanka
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A regional spatial planning farmwork to optimize paddy supply chain management in north central province, Sri Lanka
Jayarathna, N; Jayasinghe, A
Gunaruwan, TL
This research paper proposes a regional spatial planning framework based on the agropolitan concept to optimize the existing paddy supply chain in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. The study uses primary and secondary data sources, root cause analysis, and geographic information systems to explore the paddy supply chain’s spatial dimension and identify issues. A regional spatial plan is proposed that assigns agro community centers and smart warehouses per river basin, identifies village centers, and assigns the nearest railway stations as logistic centers. The proposed framework aims to address issues such as inadequate storage facilities, drying problems, weak information flow, oligopoly market control, and lack of value addition to paddy products. The proposed framework has the potential to improve the efficiency of the paddy supply chain in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. By addressing the challenges hindering the smooth flow of the supply chain and improving the value addition to paddy products, the framework can benefit the farmers, consumers, and the economy as a whole. The framework also aligns with the agropolitan concept, which promotes sustainable development by balancing the rural and urban sectors’ economic and social needs.
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