1. Supply Chain Optimisation in Animal Husbandry
- Author
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Bloemhof-Ruwaard, J.M., Smeets, C.M., and van Nunen, J.A.E.E.
- Subjects
agricultural logistics, logistics, network configuration, supply chain management - Abstract
The pig husbandry is an important economic sector. In the last decade, major changes have been made. As a result, farmers came together to introduce the "Eco Label pig", meeting the strong consumer and governmental call for high quality, animal friendly and environmentally friendly food. The market for Eco Label food is expected to grow enormously in the next years, asking for the development of an efficient and effective supply chain consisting of farmers, slaughter houses, wholesalers and retailers. We present some mathematical models to support decision making and evaluation of a large number of growth scenario's, using cost minimization given a number of Eco Label conditions.
- Published
- 2003