Exploring Food Supply Chain Resilience: A Systematic Literature Review of Technology and Policy Strategies

The resilience of the food supply chain has become increasingly significant, particularly in response to global disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This study systematically reviewed 27 papers from the Scopus database to assess how resilience is measured, focusing on the role of advanced technologies and government policies. Key findings highlight the adoption of blockchain for transparency, the pandemic’s role in driving innovation, the critical influence of government policies, and the potential of Industry 5.0 for creating adaptive and sustainable supply chains. While advanced technologies significantly enhance resilience, their impact is maximized when complemented by well-structured government policies. To ensure rigor, the paper selection criteria included relevance, peer-reviewed sources, and a focus on technological or policy-driven interventions. However, this study acknowledges certain limitations. The relatively small sample size of 27 papers may limit the generalizability of the findings. Additionally, while the selection criteria were designed to ensure relevance and quality, expanding the dataset in future research could further enhance the comprehensiveness of the analysis. Future studies should also explore empirical case studies to validate the theoretical insights presented in this review. Keywords: Blockchain, governance, COVID-19, food supply chain resilience, food policy, agricultural productivity