Food Industry 4.0: Principles, technologies, and the emergence of Seafood 4.0

Publication Name: Seafood 4 0 Digital Physical and Biological Innovations from Sea to Table

Publication Date: 2025-01-01

Volume: Unknown

Issue: Unknown

Page Range: 3-30

Description:

The global food sector is experiencing a significant transformation through the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, big data analytics, and smart sensors, among others. These advancements are reshaping food production, processing, and supply chains by enhancing efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. This chapter explores the enabling technologies of Industry 4.0 and introduces the concept of Seafood 4.0, demonstrating how these innovations address challenges in aquaculture, fisheries, and seafood processing by optimizing resource use, enhancing traceability, and ensuring product quality while fostering sustainable practices. Applications such as IoT and smart sensors for aquaculture monitoring, blockchain for fisheries traceability, and robotics for seafood processing automation are transforming the sector. However, adaptation of these applications faces significant challenges, including high costs, infrastructure gaps, and data privacy concerns. Overcoming these obstacles will require collaboration among stakeholders, supportive regulatory frameworks, and strategic investment in innovation. The adoption of these advanced technologies empowers diverse food-related sectors, including seafood, to enhance efficiency, transparency, and sustainability, ensuring food security and promoting environmental stewardship.

Open Access: Yes

DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-443-33750-5.00004-4

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