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The aim of this research is to define different scenarios that optimize the environmental sustainability of the post-harvest stage of vegetable products (cauliflower and brassicas mix). These scenarios considered different packaging materials; e[...]![]()
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A. Acampora ; L. Ruini ; G. Mattia ; C.A. Pratesi ; M.C. Lucchetti |Agri-food companies are developing carbon neutral strategies to set long-term targets to reduce carbon emissions while implementing short terms solutions to boost the transition towards a low-carbon agri-food sector. However, the uptake of the c[...]![]()
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S. Abbate ; P. Centobelli ; R. Cerchione ; G. Giardino ; R. Passaro |In recent years, sustainability concerns gained traction in the scientific literature on cleaner production, as well as in industry and application. In this regard, the circular economy (CE) is intended to contribute to the current ecological tr[...]![]()
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S. Wolfert ; C. Verdouw ; L. van Wassenaer ; W. Dolfsma ; L. Klerkx |CONTEXT Digital technologies nowadays play a major role in innovation within the agri-food domain. The evolution of IT systems has currently arrived at a level that involves complex systems integration and business ecosystems in which many stake[...]![]()
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A.S. Saha ; R.D. Raut ; V.S. Yadav ; A. Majumdar |The food supply chain (FSC), being a complex network, faces major issues such as traceability, food security, safety and sustainability. Blockchain technology (BLCT) is regarded as an innovative technology that can transform FSC by means of its [...]![]()
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In recent years, Circular Economy (CE) has captured vast global attention with regard to its potential in mitigating contemporary economic, social, and environmental challenges. This study aims to present the barriers that impede the application[...]![]()
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Agricultural research in Ghana has resulted in a number of innovations targeted at increasing the productivity of small agricultural businesses. However, none of these studies has investigated the factors that influence the adoption of technolog[...]![]()
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M. Frau ; L. Moi ; F. Cabiddu ; T. Keszey |This article employs a multiple-case study research design to unpack the complex relationship between digital transformation, agility, and environmental sustainability in the agri-food industry. Our findings show that to achieve a cleaner food p[...]![]()
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M. Donner ; Y. Erraach ; F. López-i-Gelats ; J. Manuel-i-Martin ; T. Yatribi ; I. Radic ; F. El Hadad-Gauthier |The circular economy and bioeconomy can contribute to transitioning towards more sustainable production and consumption in the olive oil sector. This article is the first to analyse multi-actor strategies and multi-level socio-economic condition[...]![]()
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E. Vargas-Bello-Pérez ; K. Tajonar ; G. Foggi ; M. Mele ; P. Simitzis ; A. Mavrommatis ; E. Tsiplakou ; M.R. Habib ; M. Gonzalez-Ronquillo ; P.M. Toro-Mujica |This study aimed to assess consumer knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions toward dairy products from sheep and goats. A web-based survey was conducted in Latin America (Mexico and Chile), Europe (Italy, Spain, Greece, and Denmark), and Asia (Ban[...]![]()
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T. Stillitano ; G. Falcone ; N. Iofrida ; E. Spada ; G. Gulisano ; A.I. De Luca |Circular economy (CE) is claimed to be a promising pathway to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), but a reliable metric is needed to validate closed-loop strategies by measuring sustainability performances together with the degree [...]![]()
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A. Coppola ; M. Cozzi ; S. Romano ; M. Viccaro |New business models that integrate sustainability into corporate strategies and combine environmental, economic, and social issues with production practices are on the rise. Implementation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives may[...]![]()
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V.M. Merlino ; S. Massaglia ; S. Blanc ; F. Brun ; D. Borra |The specialty milk market in Italy has shown positive trends in recent years. Companies, from small producers to market leaders, continue to invest in differentiating their product lines, increasingly orienting their production choices towards s[...]![]()
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A. Rejeb ; K. Rejeb ; A. Appolloni ; M. Iranmanesh ; H. Treiblmaier ; S. Jagtap |Recently, the food supply chain (FSC) has been severely disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, putting the vital flow of food products from farmers and producers to the ultimate consumers at risk. Furthermore, due to the pandemic, several food [...]![]()
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This article presents a methodological approach for the location, characterisation and prospects of multifunctional agrifood systems territorialised on the Spanish State administrative scale. The proposal is applied to Spain, although it can be [...]![]()
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Corporations and independent experts alike consider inclusive agribusiness (IAB) instrumental to achieving sustainable and equitable development for small farmers. As businesses that productively integrate small farmers into commercial agrifood [...]![]()
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Aim of study: To analyse the role that valuable resources and agglomeration would play in the decision to produce organic wines. Area of study: The Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC) Rioja wine industry in Spain, the leading qualified denomi[...]![]()
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J.R. Ferrer ; R. Serrano ; S. Abella ; V. Pinilla ; M. Teresa Maza |Aim of study: This study analyses how business strategy has influenced the export performance of the Spanish wine industry. In recent decades, Spain has been among those countries that have significantly increased their wine exports. Area of stu[...]![]()
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S. Hakkou ; M. Sabir ; N. Machouri |Les truffes dans le Sahara marocain constituent une opportunité pour le développement local. Cependant, la filière na pas eu lattention adéquate de la part des institutions de développement et elle est mal connue dans son potentiel de producti[...]![]()
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The rise of digitalisation is fueling a dynamics of reconfiguration of food value chains. This article explores two rising challenges: Logistics and traceability. These issues are crucial for food value chains because of the very specific charac[...]![]()
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The adverse effects of climate change on agricultural production systems threaten food security. In terms of dairy farming, it affects milk yield, quality, animal health, growth, reproduction, forage crops and rangelands. These effects are not o[...]![]()
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Cheese production causes significant environmental impacts, which have to be reduced. In France, a lot of different cheeses are available, made from different milks but also from different cheese technologies. The goal of this study was to under[...]![]()
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The purpose of this study is twofold: firstly, to provide a literature review of sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) critical factors, practices and performance; and secondly, to develop a comprehensive and testable model of SSCM in the f[...]![]()
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E. Aivazidou ; D. Aidonis ; N. Tsolakis ; C. Achillas ; D. Vlachos |As agriculture and industry exploit more than 90% of the global freshwater resources, water overuse and degradation have emerged as critical socio-environmental challenges for both nations and corporations. In this context, the water footprint c[...]![]()
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In the pursuit of sustainability and competitiveness, digital aspects of the tourism experience become increasingly more significant and wine tourism is no exception to this. Still, studies building on established concepts and sustainable practi[...]![]()
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V.S. Yadav ; A.R. Singh ; R.D. Raut ; S.K. Mangla ; S. Luthra ; A. Kumar |The need for Industry 4.0 (I4.0) is felt across agriculture food supply chain (AFSC) to tackle the global demand for food items and concerns regarding food safety and security. Further, this transformation is possible due to recent advancement[...]![]()
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In the rising post COVID-19 period the world is different not only from the economic point of view but also from the social and cultural point, including the selection of goods, and foods by the new customers. Wine is a major daily drink world[...]![]()
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Mediterranean olive oil producers have multiple incentives for adopting circular business models and better resource management, facing water scarcity and huge amounts of waste, but also seeing new opportunities for value creation. This article [...]![]()
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Supporting agri-food SMEs in Italy in the post-COVID-19 context: from Horizon 2020 to Horizon Europe
C. Zarbà ; S. Bracco ; B. Pecorino ; G. Pappalardo ; G. Chinnici ; M. D'Amico |In recent decades, European policy has targeted specific measures towards SMEs. The recently concluded Horizon 2020 Programme, under the Europe 2020 Strategy, has provided economic support to stimulate competitiveness and boost the economy of me[...]