Transformative artificial intelligence integration in aquatic supply chains: synergizing precision aquaculture with...

Area of Science:

• Aquatic supply chain management
• Artificial intelligence in food systems
• Sustainable aquaculture and fisheries

Background:

• Aquatic supply chains face significant sustainability and efficiency issues, including overexploitation and cold chain vulnerabilities.
• Existing research on artificial intelligence (AI) applications in aquatic supply chains lacks a comprehensive 'Farm-to-Table' synthesis.
• The growing global demand for aquatic products necessitates innovative solutions for safety and efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review and evaluate the integration of AI, specifically machine learning and deep learning, across the entire aquatic supply chain.
• To identify current applications, limitations, and future directions for AI in aquaculture, harvesting, processing, logistics, and marketing.
• To provide a theoretical foundation for enhancing product safety and operational efficiency in the aquatic industry.

Main Methods:

• Systematic literature review focusing on AI (machine learning, deep learning) applications in aquatic supply chains.
• Analysis of AI integration across key stages: aquaculture, harvesting, processing, logistics, and marketing.
• Evaluation of AI's efficacy in precision tasks versus nascent applications.

Main Results:

• AI demonstrates significant potential in precision tasks such as dynamic water quality prediction and automated catch classification.
• Applications of AI in pre-processing and low-altitude delivery stages of the aquatic supply chain are currently underdeveloped.
• The review highlights a gap in research synthesizing AI across the complete 'Farm-to-Table' continuum.

Conclusions:

• Interpretable algorithms, standardized databases, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cost-effective deployment are crucial for future AI advancements.
• Successful AI integration can lead to resilient, intelligent aquatic supply chains, improving food safety and meeting market demands.
• This review establishes a foundation for the digital transformation of the aquatic industry, promoting sustainability and efficiency.