Kwan Jun Er Asia Pacific University Of Technology And Innovation
The project explores the development of a blockchain-driven platform leveraging AI to promote urban farming among individual communities such as urban neighbourhoods and small businesses, aiming to enhance food security. Currently, rapid urbanization, population growth, external factors like conflict and diseases have intensified the challenges of sustainable food production, leading to increased food insecurity. Therefore, this research proposes a solution integrating emerging and modern technologies to optimize urban farming processes and overcome barriers faced by various user groups, particularly community residents and small businesses. The solution provides modern urban agricultural knowledge, operational support, and marketing support to empower users in adopting urban farming effectively. The study integrates a comprehensive approach combining literature review, technical research, and survey data to validate the system's feasibility and potential impact. Additionally, it outlines a system development methodology to guide the design and implementation process. The proposed platform can potentially reduce reliance on food imports, stabilize local food supply, and enhance national economy. This project perfectly aligns with SDG 2 – Zero Hunger, supporting sustainable agriculture and food security.