pOsti

Blockchain supporting food traceability

Description

pOsti is a blockchain-based app and mobile app that facilitate the complete traceability of all stages of a product's value chain. A pilot project was launched in May 2020 for the tracking of a beer product, following th44 journey from barley seed to bottle.

Technology

  • Mobile app
  • Desktop/web-based application
  • Blockchain
  • Cloud
  • Remote sensing

Data are gathered and transcribed within an open-source blockchain app from throughout the supply chain and can be tracked through the dashboard of a mobile application. Restaurateurs and food consumers can access the history of the product by scanning a QR code on the product itself, which provides access to detailed product information.

Target

  • Medium size farms
  • Large size farms
  • Private sector
  • Food consumers

The direct users are food producers and restaurateurs who have installed the pOsti mobile app and dashboard for product traceability, while the end users are the food consumers who can access product information through the dashboard or via the QR code.

Business model

  • One time purchase
  • Subscription

As of August 2022, three blockchain traceability system packages were on offer, varying in terms of the number of products and features accessed. The fees for the maintenance of the system and blockchain transactions in subsequent years are equal to 20 percent of the setup fee.

Impact

The blockchain-powered traceability ensures transparency, security, and a stronger bond between the producer and consumer.

Partners

Chamber of Commerce of Rome; Institute of Economic Research Foundation; Ernst & Young Global Limited; Birra Peroni; Others

Four Betters

  • Better production
  • Better nutrition

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
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