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Using Blockchain to Enlist Smallholders in the Fight Against Foodborne Disease

Posted on October 30, 2018

By Ken Cottrill, Contributor In countries such as the United States the increasing number of foodborne illness outbreaks is attracting attention, but the issues are by no means confined to wealthy nations. A World Bank study published in October 2018 finds that the impact of unsafe food on low- and middle-income economies amounts to some $110 billion annually in lost productivity and medical expenses. Companies are developing blockchain solutions... Read More

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