The Importance of Short Food Supply Chain: Examining Logistics Strategies for Competitive Advantage and Sustainability

Abstract

The Short Food Supply Chain (SFSC) has increased in recent decades, significantly impacting the environment, CO2 emissions, and biodiversity loss. This study focuses on the SFSC and its components by examining the logistics strategies and the value of simple communication strategies in the SFSC. The study aims to gain insight into how these strategies can provide competitive advantages for food producers and align with the desired perception by customers. The SFSC is a direct and shortened food distribution system from producer to consumer, reducing the number of intermediaries involved in the supply chain and promoting a more sustainable and efficient food supply chain system. The study analyses case studies of Swedish food producers and intermediaries to understand the impact of SFSC on reducing food waste and packaging research. The growth of SFSCs is expected to lead to a more locally produced food industry and improved small business development, product range, and energy efficiency.