KnE Life Sciences

Published date: Aug 12 2025

Journal Title: KnE Life Sciences

Issue title: The 6th International Conference on Technology, Education, and Social Science (6th ICTESS): Science and Technology

Pages: 232 - 246

DOI: 10.18502/kls.v9i1.19369

Astrid Novita Putriastrid@usm.ac.idUniversitas Semarang

Yunifa Miftachul ArifUniversitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Malang

Anindya Khrisna WardhaniPoliteknik Rukun Abdi Luhur,Kudus

Mochamad HariadiInstitut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Surabaya

Reza Fuad RachmadiInstitut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Surabaya

In agricultural supply chain management that the involvement of intermediaries in product distribution often leads to increased prices for agricultural goods. This study proposes a solution using Smart Contracts and Certificate Authority within a blockchain framework to streamline distribution channels and reduce the Bullwhip Effect. The research simulates collaboration between farmers and consumers by implementing smart agriculture practices and optimizing distribution through Hyperledger Fabric- based blockchain technology. Data are securely stored in a ledger accessible only to authorized participants. The system framework includes farmers as producers, Village Unit Cooperatives as intermediaries, distributors, and end consumers. Ambient Intelligence technology, based on supply chain management principles, supports real-time awareness, activity recognition, and responsiveness using RFID sensors. Each product is tagged with RFID for automatic identification and tracking of goods and stakeholders. RFID-collected data are used to analyze consumer behavior and monitor presence, while GPS provides real-time shipment tracking with location updates and estimated delivery times. All components are integrated with blockchain to ensure transparency and efficiency across the supply chain. Transactions are automated via smart contracts, enabling secure and efficient processes while ensuring data integrity through a peer-to-peer network of nodes that store cryptographic records.

Keywords: ambient intelligence, supply chain management, agriculture, bullwhip effect, blockchain

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