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Layout optimization of multi-level cold chain storage facilities in agricultural producing areas considering type and
Qian Huang1, Guijun Zheng2, Shuangli Pan1,3
1School of Logistics, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha, Hunan, China.
Abstract:
The effective circulation of fresh agricultural products is conducive to increasing farmers' income and improving the living standards of urban residents. Cold chain storage facilities in agricultural producing areas play an important role in ensuring the quality of agricultural products, extending the freshness period of goods, and improving logistics efficiency. Different types of fresh produce have different requirements for refrigeration and often require transshipment due to quantity constraints. In addition, there are economies of scale in the construction and operation of cold chain storage facilities. Based on the above considerations, with the aim of minimizing the total daily cost, an optimization model for the layout of multi-level cold chain storage facilities is established to determine the number, location, type and capacity of cold chain storage facilities at the same time. Genetic algorithm is chosen to solve the model according to the characteristics of the model. Taking J County of China as an example, the model is proved to have strong operability and applicability. It is of guiding significance and reference value to optimize the layout of cold chain storage facilities in rural areas.
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