Recently, concerns were raised after certain food products in the Netherlands were found to contain cannabis-derived ingredients, making several consumers—including children—feel unwell. Incidents like this highlight the critical importance of food safety in today’s interconnected markets.
However, modern supply chains are complex. Issues such as information asymmetry, inaccurate labeling, and data tampering continue to pose serious risks to consumer health and safety.
At Hyperchain, we have been actively exploring how blockchain technology can help address these challenges through trusted traceability systems. In Yajiang County, renowned for its prized Matsutake mushrooms, we developed a digital platform that assigns a unique traceability code to every box of mushrooms. With a quick scan, consumers can see comprehensive details about product variety, quality standards, and logistics management—verifying authenticity and ensuring transparency. So far, more than 6,000 kilograms of Yajiang Matsutake mushrooms have been digitally verified in this way.
We have also collaborated with China Animal Husbandry Science City and the National Modern Agriculture Demonstration Zone in Rongchang to establish China’s first national-level livestock big data center. This platform records vital information—such as animal feed, health status, and vaccinations—on an immutable blockchain ledger. As a result, the entire farming and breeding process is more transparent and secure, enhancing both animal health and food safety.
How does blockchain enable such improvements? By creating a permanent, tamper-proof record of data across the entire production and supply chain, blockchain ensures that all stakeholders—producers, regulators, and consumers—have equal access to accurate and up-to-date information. This data integrity creates an unprecedented level of trust, discourages fraud, and helps maintain the credibility of businesses committed to food safety.
Beyond food and agriculture, blockchain-based traceability systems have been successfully applied in many industries, including beauty and cosmetics, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. At Hyperchain, we’re committed to helping businesses and governments unlock the full potential of blockchain to build safer, more resilient, and more transparent supply chains—making food safety not just a priority, but a trusted reality.
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