Universal System for Pig Value Chain Traceability

Tracepork is an integrated system based on Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain designed to enhance the traceability of the pig value chain, ensuring compliance with the standards required for D.O.P. Certifications.

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Project Background

Currently, the livestock sector lacks tools that can ensure complete traceability of the meat supply chain. In particular, data collection along the entire supply chain and the transfer of information among the various actors involved in the production process is extremely fragmented due to the lack of tools that allow systematic data collection and automatic, continuous exchange of information among different stakeholders.

How it Works

Grant

REGIONE ABRUZZO FESR 2021 - 2027

Tracepork was awarded under the Action 1.1.1.1 - Support for Research and Innovation Projects  of companies belonging to the technological domains of the Regional Smart Specialization Strategy RIS3 Abruzzo 2021 - 2027..

Challenges

Analysis and systematic collection of information on farms

To date, the pig farming chain is not equipped with a system capable ofcollecting and managing data systematically and integrally;

Identification of animals at the slaughterhouse

This activity is currently carried out manually and is subject to tattoo reading errors that have costly repercussions for both producers and slaughterhouses.

Analysis and health inspections on all slaughtered animals

Health assessments are currently carried out through visual and/or tactile analysis and because of specific requests of stakeholders on a limited number of animals.

Integration and management of all information collected on farms and at the slaughterhouse for adequate supply chain traceability

Data collected in farms and at the slaughterhouse are not integrated and managed on a single platform that allows for a centralized system of information.

Objectives

The final result of the project is an integrated system of data collection and analysis of the pig value chain which will improve market access and performances for both livestock companies and slaughterhouses. The integration of our slaughterhouse technologies, ADAL and ReaDOP, and the Suite of applications for data management and analysis, will allow the management and centralization of all the supply chain data in a unique solution.

1. Connection of stakeholders

The digitalization of the entire process will allow all actors to access transparent and verified information.

2. Animal Welfare

A timely check on the health status of animals at the farm as a basis for improving the productivity and quality of the meat.

3. Automation of processes

Through the combination of AI and Blockchain technologies, it will be possible to automate manual processes and integrate own and third-party technologies.

4. Quality certification

Through Blockchain it will be possible to provide reliable proofs of product quality, strengthening consumer trust and market presence.

Partners

The project involves important players of the zootechnical sector and prestigious academic partners: they will contribute to advance the performance of the integrated system and improve traceability in the pig value chain.

Sostegno a progetti di ricerca e innovazione per lo sviluppo di nuove tecnologie sostenibili

With Blockchain, Tracepork provides tamper-proof records of origin, welfare practices and processing standards.

Project Background

Currently, the livestock sector lacks tools that can ensure complete traceability of the meat supply chain. In particular, data collection along the entire supply chain and the transfer of information among the various actors involved in the production process is extremely fragmented due to the lack of tools that allow systematic data collection and automatic, continuous exchange of information among different stakeholders.

Challenges

Comprehensive Data Collection

D.O.P. certifications require documentation of animal origin and health, but existing systems lack robust traceability.

Accurate Animal Identification

Manual identification errors affect traceability and compliance, leading to inefficiencies in certification processes.

Rigorous Health Inspections

Traditional inspection methods, relying on visual or tactile analysis, may miss critical compliance details required for certification.

Integrated Data for Compliance

Fragmented supply chain data makes certification audits complex, requiring a more transparent and centralized system.

Objectives

The final result is an integrated system of data collection and analysis of the pig value chain which will improve market access and performances for both farmers and slaughterhouses. The integration of our technologies will allow the management and centralization of all the supply chain data in a unique solution, aimed at certifying D.O.P. hams and selected meat cuts.

1. Connection of Stakeholders

The digitalization of the entire process will allow all actors to access transparent and verified information.

2. Animal Welfare

A timely check on the health status of animals as a basis for improving the productivity and quality of the meat.

3. Automation of processes

Through the combination of AI and Blockchain technologies, it will be possible to automate manual processes and integrate own and third-party technologies.

4. Quality certification

Through Blockchain it will be possible to provide reliable proofs of product quality, strengthening consumer trust and market presence.

How it Works

The generated QR code will ensure full traceability of origin and processing information for D.O.P. certification compliance.

Partners

The project involves prestigious academic partners. They will contribute to advance the performance of the integrated system and improve traceability in the pig value chain.

Grant

REGIONE ABRUZZO FESR 2021 - 2027

Tracepork was awarded under the Action 1.1.1.1 - Support for Research and Innovation Projects of companies belonging to the technological domains of the Regional Smart Specialization Strategy - RIS3 Abruzzo 2021 - 2027..

Shape what's next

Tracepork is setting a new standard for the pig value chain, combining AI and Blockchain to deliver transparent, secure and D.O.P.-compliant traceability from farm to fork. Be part of the revolution: join us in piloting this groundbreaking technology!

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