Food safety issues in fresh produce supply chain with particular reference to sub-Saharan Africa

Food Control ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 107737
Author(s):  
O. Charles Aworh
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Safety ◽  
Fresh Produce ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Sub Saharan

Opinions on Fresh Produce Food Safety and Quality Standards by Fresh Produce Supply Chain Experts from the Global South and North

2015 ◽  
Vol 78 (10) ◽  
pp. 1914-1924 ◽  
Author(s):  
LIESBETH JACXSENS ◽  
SIGRID VAN BOXSTAEL ◽  
JESSICA NANYUNJA ◽  
DANIE JORDAAN ◽  
PIETERNEL LUNING ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Safety ◽  
Fresh Produce ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
The Other ◽  
Food Standards ◽  
Private Standards ◽  
European Union Legislation ◽  
Food Safety And Quality

This study describes the results of an on-line survey of fresh produce supply chain experts who work with producers from the Global North (n =41, 20 countries) and the Global South (n =63, 29 countries). They expressed their opinion using 1 to 5 Likert scales on several items related to four types of food safety and quality standards and legislation: Codex Alimentarius standards, European Union legislation, national legislation, and private standards. The results reflect the different circumstances under which the Southern and Northern producers operate in relation to the local organization, regulation, and support of the sector; but they also indicate similar challenges, in particular, the challenge of private standards, which were perceived to demand a higher implementation effort than the other three types of standards. Private standards were also strongly perceived to exclude Southern and Northern small- and medium-scale producers from high-value markets, whereas European Union legislation was perceived to strongly exclude, in particular, small- and medium-scale Southern producers. The results further highlight concerns about costly control measures and third-party certification that are required by downstream buyers but that are mostly paid for by upstream suppliers. Food standards are seen in their dual role as a catalyst for implementation of structured food safety management systems on the one hand and as a nontariff barrier to trade on the other hand. The results of the survey also pointed up the advantages of enforcing food safety and food quality standards in terms of knowledge spillover to noncertified activities, increased revenues, and improved food safety of delivered produce. Survey results highlight the importance of technical assistance and support of producers by governments and producer cooperatives or trade associations in the implementation and certification of food standards, along with increased awareness of and training of individuals in food protection practices to ensure food safety.

scholarly journals Time series analysis of Nevirapine syrup consumption in prevention of mother-to-child transmission and optimal supply chain model in Oshana region, Namibia

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Magesa ◽  
Honore Mitonga Kabwebwe ◽  
Penehafo Angula
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Communicable Disease ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Chain Model ◽  
Supply Chain Model ◽  
Regional Medical ◽  
Free Generation ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
New Guidelines ◽  
Hiv Aids

Introduction. HIV/AIDS continue to be serious communicable disease whose impact on public health in Namibia is massive. It is estimated that the prevalence rate of HIV in Namibia is 17.2%, ranking the country as the fifth highest in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Some improvement in reducing the number of cases of HIV/AIDS has been made in the country, but the sporadic shortage of medicines continues to slow down government efforts to foster the emergence of an HIV-free generation of Namibians Objective of the study. Develop and demonstrate a mathematical supply-chain model, which can establish parameters to prevent stock-outs of NVP suspension. Method: The study adopted retrospective approach to acquire data from 2012-2016. Results. Gamma supply chain model was developed as the optimal model for NVP syrup and forecasted consumption for 2017-2018 was determined. Conclusion and recommendation. It is a recommendation of this study that new guidelines for implementation of optimal supply-chain models at the regional medical store, health centers and clinics be implemented for Nevirapine syrup.

A multi-stakeholder perspective on the adoption of good agricultural practices in the Thai fresh produce industry

2015 ◽  
Vol 117 (9) ◽  
pp. 2234-2249 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rungsaran Wongprawmas ◽  
Maurizio Canavari ◽  
Chutima Waisarayutt
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Safety ◽  
Fresh Produce ◽  
Agricultural Practices ◽  
Information Provision ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Urban Context ◽  
Good Agricultural Practices ◽  
Content Type

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the factors hindering the adoption of good agricultural practices (GAPs) in the Thai fresh fruit and vegetable industry from the perspectives of key stakeholders in different tiers of the supply chain up to consumers. Design/methodology/approach – Semi-structured interviews were carried out in Bangkok and nearby cities. The key informants were experts, governmental authorities, producers, distributors, exporters, and consumers. A qualitative content-summarising approach was used to analyse the interview transcripts. Findings – Stakeholders perceived the credibility of national GAP (Q-GAP) standards implemented in the Thai domestic market as low, due to a lack of reliable verification and traceability and because the system is managed by governmental bodies. Consumer demand could drive the market of safe produce, but retail stores are the main influencers of producers’ adoption of GAPs in domestic markets. Research limitations/implications – The findings are based on a small group of Thai fresh produce industry players and consumers who operate mainly in an urban context. Practical implications – The paper provides relevant information for policy makers and industrialists to find appropriate strategies to sustain GAPs in Thailand. Stakeholder awareness of food safety issues and information provision are crucial. Originality/value – This is the first in-depth study of stakeholders’ perceptions of GAP implementation in the Thai fresh produce supply chain as the industry is currently transitioning from a commodity market to a quality/safety-oriented market. The results raise important issues regarding GAP adoption, food safety certification, and labelling in Thailand.

Do Fresh Produce Exporters in Sub-Saharan Africa Benefit from GlobalGAP Certification?

2011 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 375-386 ◽  
Author(s):  
Spencer Henson ◽  
Oliver Masakure ◽  
John Cranfield
Keyword(s):  
Fresh Produce ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Sub Saharan

Based on RFID Food Supply Chain Traceability System Framework Design

2011 ◽  
Vol 474-476 ◽  
pp. 2150-2154
Author(s):  
Xu Li ◽  
Pin Chao Liu
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Safety ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Food Supply Chain ◽  
System Framework ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Traceability System ◽  
Framework Design ◽  
Safety Design ◽  
The Operating Mechanism

With the people's attention to food safety issues, And RFID used in the field of the traceability of food safety. Design a system of based on RFID that used to trace the information of food safety. This paper talks about the layers of the system, as well as analyzes every layer’s function, and describes the operating mechanism of this system.

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