1 Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain Management, Independent Researcher, South Africa.
2 Supply Chain and Operations Management, Independent Researcher, Chicago IL, USA.
3 Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Nigeria.
4 Department of Animal and Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA.
5 Supply Chain and Operations Management, Independent researcher, Boston, USA.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(03), 2625-2646
Received on 14 August 2024; revised on 24 September 2024; accepted on 26 September 2024
This article addresses the strategies for minimizing the carbon footprint within the agricultural supply chain, focusing on sustainable practices and emerging technologies. The primary aim is to explore how the adoption of sustainable farming techniques, renewable energy sources, and precision agriculture can significantly reduce carbon emissions and enhance environmental stewardship in agriculture. Key strategies discussed include the implementation of organic farming practices, which avoid synthetic inputs and enhance soil health, and agroforestry, which integrates trees into farming systems to sequester carbon and support biodiversity. The use of renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and biogas, is examined for its role in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Precision agriculture technologies, including GPS and IoT sensors, are highlighted for their ability to optimize resource use and reduce waste. Additionally, the article covers advancements in carbon tracking and management technologies, which provide accurate measurement and reporting of emissions, and sustainable logistics and packaging practices aimed at minimizing the environmental impact of transportation and packaging. The findings underscore that integrating these strategies not only contributes to significant reductions in carbon emissions but also presents opportunities for improving efficiency and sustainability across the agricultural supply chain. The article concludes with implications for industry stakeholders, emphasizing the need for continued innovation and policy support to drive widespread adoption of these practices and technologies. By adopting these strategies, the agricultural sector can make substantial progress toward mitigating climate change and fostering a more sustainable future.
Sustainable Agriculture; Carbon Footprint Reduction; Precision Farming; Renewable Energy; Carbon Tracking Technologies; Sustainable Logistics
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Jumoke Agbelusi, Oluwakemi Betty Arowosegbe, Oreoluwa Adesewa Alomaja, Oluwaseun A. Odunfa and Catherine Ballali. Strategies for minimizing carbon footprint in the agricultural supply chain: leveraging sustainable practices and emerging technologies. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(3), 2625-2646. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.2954