Blockchain Technologies and Edge Computing in Organic Farming: From Farm-to-Market

Authors

  • N. Sharmili Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, GVP College of Engineering for Women, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Yerra V. Amardeep Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, JNTU-GV College of Engineering, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, India

Keywords:

Blockchain, agriculture, Organic Farming, Crypto currency, Decentralization, Immutable Ledger

Abstract

In today's world of growing internet-based applications and usage, blockchain technology holds the potential to significantly transform our economic, social, and environmental landscape. We are currently on the cusp of a significant transformation, witnessing a substantial shift towards recognizing the credibility and relevance of blockchain technology. This presents us with a prime moment to envision new possibilities for our lifestyles, our economic systems, and the global dynamics of human interaction. This review paper offers a comprehensive examination of the present landscape of blockchain technology applications across diverse fields. The primary objective is to examine the existing literature and identify key research themes within each application domain. In particular, this paper provides a comprehensive examination of 10 distinct applications and tools employed within the realm of blockchain technology. The applications include in agriculture domain. Additionally, future research directions are proposed for these domains. The focus is specifically on the utilization of blockchain technology and internet of things in the agriculture sector specifically in organic farming. This paper discusses the substantial benefits of blockchain in agriculture and presents a diagrammatic representation of the capabilities, enablers, and unified workflow process that blockchain technology can offer to support agriculture. Overall, this review paper aims to provide insights into the current landscape of blockchain applications and guide future research efforts in various domains, specifically in agriculture domain in organic farming.

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Published

2023-10-19

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Vol. 14 No. 3 (2023)

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