Opinion
The Future of Food Traceability: Innovations, Challenges, and Regulatory Strategies
Food information, transparency, and traceability are becoming more important in the global food landscape. Consumers today are highly interested in the origins and production processes of their food, with a strong focus on ingredient quality. Food traceability is identified as a leading trend for 2023, with substantial investments projected to reach $31.7 billion by 2028. The traceability process begins at farms and fields, where strict marking and coding of products take place, ensuring that critical information about production, origin, and even feed is accessible to consumers. Traceability serves the dual purpose of assuring food safety and ethical production while improving operational efficiency and enabling effective recalls. Advanced technologies like blockchain, smart labels, and integrated platforms are transforming the food traceability sector, enhancing food safety standards and boosting consumer confidence.
Mzingaye Ndubiwa · Sep 22, 2023
