Essays about: "Food supply"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 522 essays containing the words Food supply.

  1. 21. Study of evaluation metrics while predicting the yield of lettuce plants in indoor farms using machine learning models

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

    Author : Divya Chedayan; Harry Geo Fernandez; [2023]
    Keywords : machine learning; lettuce yield prediction; Regression; SVR; RF; DNN; MAE; MSE; RMSE; R-squared; Adjusted R-squared;

    Abstract : A key challenge for maximizing the world’s food supply is crop yield prediction. In this study, three machine models are used to predict the fresh weight (yield) of lettuce plants that are grown inside indoor farms hydroponically using the vertical farming infrastructure, namely, support vector regressor (SVR), random forest regressor (RFR), and deep neural network (DNN). READ MORE

  3. 22. Evaluating the potential of circular food waste management : A focus on insect feed utilization

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Jenny Eliasson; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular economy; Circular Business Models; BSF; Mealworm; Barriers; Drivers; Cirkulär ekonomi; Circkulära affärsmodeller; Soldatfluga; Mjölmask; Barriärer; Drivkrafter;

    Abstract : Approximately a third of all food produced globally is thrown away, causing both unnecessary environmental impact and unnecessary costs for producers and consumers. Food waste occurs in all steps in the supply chain, from primary production to retail stores, restaurants, and households. READ MORE

  4. 23. Cultivating Resilient Local Food Systems: Identifying opportunities and strategies for sustainable public procurement

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Madison Sherwood-Walter; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Local Food Systems; Public Procurement; Innovation; Agricultural Policy; Rural Development;

    Abstract : The industrialization of the global food system has drastically altered agricultural practices, transitioning from small-scale, subsistence farming to large-scale, transnational supply chains dominated by agribusinesses. While this shift has increased productivity, it has led to environmental degradation, economic inequity, and loss of traditional agricultural knowledge. READ MORE

  5. 24. From farm to food waste? : Opportunities and limitations for a circular economy in the cow milk and oat drink industries

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling; Linköpings universitet/Filosofiska fakulteten

    Author : Linnea Fundberg; Zandra Hedlund; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular economy; food waste; supply chain managment; oat drink; dairy; sustainability;

    Abstract : The purpose of our thesis is to determine to what extent the cow milk and oat drink industries can implement a circular economy according to Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s definition. In addition, we will discuss the impact on the overall sustainability. READ MORE

  6. 25. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS TO INCREASE LOGISTICS PERFORMANCE IN THE DAIRY INDUSTRY : A CASE STUDY IN THE DAIRY INDUSTRY

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Tor Shimamura Fagle; [2023]
    Keywords : Supply Chain; Supply Chain Management; Logistics Performance; Inventory Management; Performance Measure; Performance Measurement System; Key Performance Indicator; MICMAC; Self-Structured Interaction Matrix; Food Supply Chains; Dairy Industry.; Försörjningskedja; Försörjningskedjehantering; Logistikprestanda; Lagerhantering; Prestationsmått; Prestationsmätningssystem; Nyckelprestandaindikator; MICMAC; Självstrukturerad interaktionsmatris; Livsmedelskedja; Mejeriindustri.;

    Abstract : The dairy industry is a complex system that involves many stakeholders and processes, from production to distribution. To measure and improve the performance of this system, a comprehensive and reliable Performance Measurement System (PMS) is needed. A PMS is a tool that helps to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations. READ MORE