The Impact on Logistics when using Hydroponics Technology in a Value Network
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https://hdl.handle.net/10037/31731Dato
2023-07Type
Journal articleTidsskriftartikkel
Peer reviewed
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Engelseth, PerSammendrag
Logistics of using hydroponics to support urban agriculture in a value network context is conceptualised
through an empirically grounded model. This is developed employing a single case study that reveals
hydroponics use in a value network, a local and transparent form of inter-organizational cooperation.
Hydroponics use for urban farming in its networked context reveals this form of food supply as a local
ecosystem, alternative to modernistic large scale geographically distant to consumption-type farming. The
empirically grounded conceptual model reveals how this recent technology is only one of many factors that in
combination provide understanding on how sustainable production of safe and quality foods may be achieved
with focus on its impact on logistical operations. Hydroponics use as revealed in the case shortens logistics
flows and greatly simplifies logistics operations since it is a local type of goods distribution. This model provides
basis for further research on use of small-scale indoor urban farming technology from a logistics perspective
highlighting features of using this technology economically to supply urban food consumption through loosely
coupled food production.
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Engelseth P. The Impact on Logistics when using Hydroponics Technology in a Value Network. International Journal on Food System Dynamics. 2023;14(3):313-330Metadata
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