Exploratory research reveals blockchain's mediating role in enhancing digitalization and sustainability in food supply chains.
Key Points
Blockchain technology effectively mediates the relationship between circular economy practices and food supply chain digitalization.
Results show that CE practices positively influence the digitalization of food supply chains, with crucial roles from reverse logistics and stakeholder involvement.
Exploratory research design surveyed 380 respondents, including retailers, distributors, and farmers to gather data on adoption factors.
Findings indicate blockchain enhances transparency, traceability, and collaboration, aligning digital transformation with sustainability goals.