Modeling for Sustainable Management in Agriculture, Food and the Environment

Recent developments in computer science, data mining, and big data analytics have led to new operational frameworks in agriculture, food, and the environment. Researchers must extract new data patterns and utilize them in decision-making. Managers, policy makers, and practitioners need to be aware of these methodologies to establish efficient and effective working groups. The book reviews the complexity of the interrelationship between agriculture, food production, and environmental issues, highlights the prospects of modeling in various problem-solving cases, and reviews the new and future challenges. Consumer awareness in food production and processing practices is increasing, and advanced behavioral tools are needed. The value chain management challenge is becoming crucial due to the importance of new parameters like product origin, environmental footprint, and local production. The book addresses these topics in a holistic approach, merging modeling with advanced marketing practices, and is an effective tool in a continuously demanding world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Recent advancements in computer science, data mining, and big data analytics have brought about significant transformations in agriculture, food, and the environment. These domains share a strong interconnectedness, creating a complex web of challenges and opportunities for researchers and practitioners alike.

One of the primary challenges facing researchers is the extraction of new data patterns and their effective utilization in decision-making processes. Managers, policy makers, and practitioners must be aware of these methodologies to establish efficient and effective working groups that can address the complex issues at hand.

The book delves into the intricate complexities of the interrelationship between agriculture, food production, and processing, as well as the environmental implications of these activities. It highlights the prospects of modeling in various problem-solving scenarios within these sectors and examines the emerging challenges and opportunities.

Consumer awareness regarding food production and processing practices is on the rise, and the demand for advanced behavioral tools to influence consumer behavior is correspondingly increasing. Furthermore, the challenge of value chain management has become increasingly crucial due to the growing importance of factors such as product origin, environmental impact, and local production.

The book addresses these topics in a holistic and innovative manner, merging modeling with advanced marketing practices to provide a comprehensive framework for addressing the challenges of today's rapidly changing world. It serves as an invaluable tool for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to navigate the complexities of agriculture, food, and the environment.

Weight: 458g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032013114