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A Review on Application of Agricultural Product Quality Traceability System in China

WANG Lijian1, SUN Chengming1,*, CHEN Yingying1, TIAN Ting2, LIU Tao1   

  1. 1. Key Laboratory of Crop Genetics and Physiology of Jiangsu Province, College of Agriculture, Yangzhou University,
    Yangzhou 225009, China; 2. Institute of Agricultural Sciences of the Taihu District in Jiangsu Province, Suzhou 215155, China
  • Online:2015-06-15 Published:2015-06-07

Abstract:

Traceability system can guarantee the quality and safety of agricultural products, improve consumer confidence
and achieve the accountability of food safety accidents. Over the last decade, China has made achievements in the research
and application of agricultural product quality traceability system. In this paper, we summarize the recent progress in
China’s agricultural product quality traceability system from three main aspects: critical links, applications in agricultural
products, and application subjects. Finally, further development directions of agricultural product quality traceability system
are also prospected.

Key words: food safety, agricultural product quality, traceability system, application

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