Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein provide a system, method, and computer program product using blockchain and applying the internet of things concept to the food system in order to provide an infrastructure to which data can be recorded, shared and validated while data privacy and security is maintained. The collection of this data enables virtual histories of shipments to be created, which can be used to increase efficiency, create new business practices and potentially restructure marketplaces. Overall the solution presents a novel and new method to understanding of our food.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein provide a system, method, and computer program product using blockchain and applying the internet of things concept to the food system in order to provide an infrastructure to which data can be recorded, shared and validated while data privacy and security is maintained. The collection of this data enables virtual histories of shipments to be created, which can be used to increase efficiency, create new business practices and potentially restructure marketplaces. Overall the solution presents a novel and new method to understanding of our food.