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Author-Name: Manuel Au-Yong-Oliveira
Author-Name: Camila Marinho
Author-Name: Valentina Chkoniya
Author-Name: Elisabete S. Vieira
Author-Name: Sandra Filipe

Title: Sustainable Food Supply Chains in Maritime Ports: A Review Across Management, Economic, and Social Dimensions 
Abstract: The growing pressures on the global food supply chain highlight the challenges faced by maritime ports, which are responsible for 80% of global trade, emphasising the need for sustainable operations across management, economic, and social dimensions. This article analyses the research trends in this area within the Scopus database, which was researched on July 11, 2024. The PRISMA method (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) was applied.Based on the results of the systematic literature review, four main subjects were the focus of the researchers: i) smart port requirements and sustainable performance; ii) the technological innovations driving sustainable supply chain management; iii) circular economy and digital supply chain sustainability; iv) frameworks and models for integrating sustainable digital supply chain. Additionally it opens possibility for future research could cover the gaps identified in this article, such as analyzing the effects of Technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and the Internet of Things on the efficiency and environmental goals of ports, evaluating social sustainability in the supply chain through indicators like child labor, rural poverty traps, and standards of living, and food economy. The findings contribute to the academic understanding of sustainable development in maritime ports, considering the interconnections among business, economic, and social factors, establishing the groundwork for key performance indicators (KPIs) and opening perspectives for practical innovation.
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Keywords: ; NEXUS project, port sector; Digital transformation; Artificial intelligence; Blockchain; Internet of things
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Pages:7-34
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Thurai Murugan Nathan
Author-Name: Muhammad Baqir Abdullah
Author-Name: Kalai Vani Kalimuthu
Author-Name: Nor Hidayah Harun

Title: Assessing Agricultural Resilience in Malaysia: The Impact of R&D Investments on Sector Stability
Abstract: The agricultural sector is pivotal in Malaysia?s economic development, primarily providing food, feed, and raw materials for industries while contributing to the country?s GDP and absorbing labour. Despite its significance, the sector?s resilience during economic shocks, such as financial crises, economic setbacks, and pandemics, requires further examination. This study addresses the issue of measuring the resilience of Malaysia?s agricultural sector with an enhanced focus on the impact of research and development (R&D) funding allocation and investments, which is often overlooked in resilience studies.It aims to quantify the resilience of Malaysia?s agricultural sector and analyse trends over time, thereby contributing to a deeper understanding of the sector?s stability and the role of R&D in fostering resilience. Secondary data from 1996 to 2023 was collected from various sources, including the World Bank, the Department of Statistics Malaysia, the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries Malaysia, Bank Negara Malaysia, and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority. Principal component analysis (PCA) was utilised to construct the resilience index, while trend analysis examined the evolution of this index over the study period. Preliminary results indicate that the resilience of Malaysia?s agricultural sector fluctuates over time, with a positive correlation between increased R&D investments and higher resilience levels. Strategic R&D investments are crucial for enhancing agricultural resilience. This research provides a comprehensive framework for assessing the resilience of the agricultural sector, offering policymakers and stakeholders valuable insights. The methodology and findings can also be applied to other countries, making a contribution to the literature on agricultural resilience.
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Keywords: ; Agricultural sector resilience; Malaysia; Principal component analysis; R&D
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Pages:35-70
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Masagus Haidir Tamimi
Author-Name: Yoga Pratama
Author-Name: Muhammad Arpah

Title: Evaluation of Food Quality Attributes Influencing Generation Z's Consumer Preferences for Packaged Beverages
Abstract: The packaged beverage industry has experienced significant growth globally, driven by advancements in packaging technology, shifting consumption patterns, and increasing health and environmental regulations. This study investigates Generation Z?s perception of packaged beverage quality by examining how intrinsic and extrinsic attributes influence their preferences using Caswell?s framework. Data were collected via an online questionnaire completed by 300 purposively selected respondents. Descriptive statistics, crosstab analysis, and factor analysis were used to explore consumer behavior patterns. Results show that sensory qualities, certifications, and price are the most influential factors. Socio-demographic variables such as gender, income, education, and residence significantly affect attribute prioritization. Factor analysis revealed three key dimensions: intrinsic credence (including safety, nutrition, processing methods, and certifications), extrinsic (including advertising, producer reputation, and packaging), and intrinsic search (including sensory qualities, price, and perceived value). These findings provide practical insights for tailoring product development, marketing strategies, and health-oriented policies to meet Generation Z?s expectations. The study offers a theoretical contribution to consumer behavior research by refining quality perception models through a multi-attribute lens.
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Keywords: ; Consumer preferences; Factor analysis; Generation Z; Packaged beverages; Quality attributes
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Pages:71-100
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Benedetta Damiani
Author-Name: Giordano Ruggeri
Author-Name: Stefano Corsi

Title: Feeding the gap: A comprehensive bibliometric review of food bank research 
Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the food bank literature, highlighting the role of food banks in addressing the global challenges of food insecurity and waste. Food banks operate at the nexus of waste reduction and hunger alleviation, collecting excess food and distributing it through a network of charities to communities in need.This study traces the scholarly evolution of food banks, highlighting key trends, contributors, and thematic clusters from 1997 to 2022. Bibliometric mapping tools are used to examine the dynamic research landscape and identify influential authors, journals, and the geographical spread of contributions. The analysis reveals a significant increase in research output post-2015, correlating with the global agenda towards Sustainable Development Goals. The United States and Canada have emerged as leading contributors, with the research network indicating robust international collaborations.Thematic analyses through keyword co-occurrence, co-citation, and bibliographic coupling uncover the multidisciplinary nature of food bank studies, encompassing public health, social policy, and environmental sustainability. Key findings from cocitation and bibliographic coupling analyses indicate a shift towards a holistic understanding of food banks? roles within societal and policy frameworks, emphasizing health outcomes, operational strategies for managing food waste, and the sociopolitical impacts of austerity measures. This paper underscores the importance of continued interdisciplinary research and innovative policy formulations to ensure that food banks effectively address the complex dynamics of food insecurity.Despite its limitations, this study offers a robust foundation for future exploration in this field, providing support for broader inclusivity and diversity in research.
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Keywords: ; Bibliometric analysis; Food banks; Food insecurity; Visualization networks
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Pages:101-130
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Yuli Hariyati
Author-Name: Kamil Muhtadi
Author-Name: Vina Yunita Ria
Author-Name: Rena Yunita Rahman
Author-Name: Indah Ibanah
Author-Name: Sony Suwasono
Author-Name:  Setiyono
Author-Name: Gatot Subroto
Author-Name: Muhammad Ghufron Rosyady
Author-Name: Dyah Ayu Savitri
Author-Name: Didik Suharijadi

Title: The Linkage Between Livelihood Assets and Technical Efficiency of Cocoa Farmer Households in East Java Province, Indonesia
Abstract: The study aims to investigate the linkage between the livelihood assets of cocoa farming households and the technical efficiency of cocoa farmers in East Java Province. The survey method was used to achieve the research objectives. Analysis data was divided into 3 parts, including the concept of livelihood assets with pentagonal assets used to analyze the level of livelihood assets of cocoa farmer households, stochastic frontier production used to estimate the technical efficiency of cocoa farming, and the linkage between livelihood assets and technical efficiency is analyzed using Pearson correlation. The results show that the livelihood assets of cocoa farmer households in both Banyuwangi and Trenggalek Regencies are included in the moderate category with an average score of 3.17 and 3.33. The technical efficiency of cocoa farming in Banyuwangi is 60.74% while Trenggalek is 80.12%. The linkage between livelihood assets and technical efficiency in Banyuwangi is weak, while Trenggalek is moderate.
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Keywords: ; Livelihood assets; technical efficiency; farmer households; cocoa farming
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Pages:161-158
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Claudio Bellia
Author-Name: Gaetano Chinnici
Author-Name: Gioacchino Pappalardo
Author-Name: Roberta Selvaggi

Title: Knowledge and Information for a Sustainable and Innovative Agri-Food System: Insights from Research and Policy
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Pages:159-161
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
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Author-Name: Sara Bispini
Author-Name: Riccardo Ievoli
Author-Name: Mauro Conti
Author-Name: Angelo Belliggiano

Title: The implementation of EU Optional Quality Term ?Mountain Products? in Italy: Challenges and opportunities for the food sector in rural mountain areas
Abstract: The Optional Quality Term (OQT) ?Mountain Product? aims to promote mountain food products. This term can be beneficial for the economy of mountain regions, as it allows them to distinguish their products and can protect consumers from fraud, counterfeiting or agro-piracy. This study has two main objectives: to assess how farms that have adopted the label perceive their limitations and to analyse the reasons for these limitations and provide policy recommendations to strengthen the use of OQT. The study involves a survey of agri-food companies that have adopted the label, with data collected through a questionnaire. Although existing research indicates that consumers generally prefer mountain products and perceive them as higher quality, producers report that consumer awareness of the OQT is still low. It appears essential to improve communication with both producers and consumers on the economic, social and environmental benefits of the ?mountain product? label. Producers need support to integrate the label into their business strategies, while consumers should be informed about the ethical and social responsibility linked to the OQT.
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Keywords: ; Optional Quality Term; Mountain products; Rural development; food products; Food differentiation practice
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Pages:163-193
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Federica Morandi
Author-Name: Federica De Maria
Author-Name: Felicetta Carillo
Author-Name: Simona Romeo Lironcurti
Author-Name: Luca Morucci

Title: Consumer?s attitude in driving choices towards wine products derived from New Genomic Techniques (NGTs)
Abstract: New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) present an opportunity to enhance plant resistance to parasites or diseases, reducing dependence on agrochemicals, and to extreme climatic events such as heavy rainfall or long periods of drought, thus fostering better adaptation to climate change. However, the diffusion of these techniques may encounter obstacles deriving from the reluctance of farmers, who have to sustain costs in the introduction of new technologies whose production results are still uncertain, but also the resistance of the market, given the still widespread reluctance of consumers in accepting wine products derived from the use of these technologies.Using original survey data from 1,045 respondents, we examine Italian consumers? acceptance of and decision to buy NGT wine products. To achieve this, we developed two indicators to assess the quality of the information and the respondents? level of knowledge about NGTs, our topic of interest. These indices were incorporated into a regression model to analyse their effects on the propensity to buy NGT wine alongside the socio-economic characteristics of respondents, which were categorized through cluster analysis.Our findings suggest a reduction in Italian consumers? distrust toward these new technologies, possibly influenced by the European institutions? proposed regulatory revision. Additionally, the results indicate that the quality of information plays a crucial role in the decision to purchase NGT wine. This highlights the need for higher-quality information to empower consumers, helping them reach an adequate level of knowledge that would allow them to make better-informed choices.
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Keywords: ; New Genomic Techniques; Consumer perception; Survey; Cluster; Regression analysis; Viticulture
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Pages:195-223
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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Author-Name: Francesco Zecca
Author-Name: Livia Romani

Title: Reconsidering EU Pesticide Policy to Address Sustainability
Abstract: In January 2024, widespread farmer protests across Europe exposed growing tensions between the socioeconomic realities of agricultural production and environmental policy ambitions. Among the most contested issues, pesticide use emerged as a critical friction point, symbolizing broader dilemmas at the intersection of environmental sustainability, food security, and farmers? livelihoods. In response, the European Commission launched the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of EU Agriculture, a participatory platform aimed at fostering consensus among diverse stakeholders and redefining the direction of EU agricultural policy. This paper explores the Strategic Dialogue?s contribution to shaping EU pesticide policy through a qualitative content analysis of its final report, triangulated with official stakeholder statements and EU policy documents. Focusing on the discourse on pesticide reliance reduction, sustainability trade-offs, and policy implementation challenges, the analysis applies a deductive-inductive coding framework to investigate the Dialogue?s effectiveness in promoting deliberative governance and how the competing priorities were negotiated within the participatory process. The findings indicate broad stakeholder support for synthetic pesticide use reduction and restoring ecological balance, alongside recognition of the knowledgebased, structural, and economic barriers that hinder the transition. The report advocates a phased reduction strategy, supported by targeted financial support for small-scale farms and an increased investment in sustainable alternatives such as biocontrol and Integrated Pest Management. Furthermore, the analysis underscores the importance of ensuring balanced stakeholder representation and addressing power asymmetries in participatory policymaking. The paper contributes to understanding the potential of the Strategic Dialogue?s initiative to generate cooperative responses to complex agrienvironmental challenges by situating pesticide policy within the wider framework of deliberative sustainability governance.
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Keywords: ; Pesticide use; farmers; agricultural policy; environmental policy; Sustainability governance
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Pages:225-245
Volume: 2025/2
Year: 2025
Issue:2
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