GREEN SUPPLY CHAIN IMPLICATIONS FOR FOOD INDUSTRY

Abstract

Purpose- This article has been carried out to determine the situation of green supply chain practices, which are of great importance worldwide, in Turkiye/Diyarbakır province food companies. Supply chain management starts with the procurement of raw materials. After the supply, the product is processed and delivered to customers through the distribution channel. After the consumption stage, the supply chain management process is completed with the return of the product that has completed its life cycle to the enterprise. The main objective of supply chain management is to make the best use of the factors in use. These factors are listed as technology, process management, personnel management, and performance measurement after completing the management process. With these parameters, it is aimed to be prepared for the expected changes in the market in supply chain management and to determine strategies against possible changes. Methodology- The survey method was used to obtain the study data. The questionnaire form, which was created following the scope of the study, was applied to the determined companies face-to-face and via email. In analysing the data obtained, the study data were analysed by frequency analysis through statistical programs. The results were presented in tables and interpreted. Findings- The survey data created within the scope of the study were analysed using statistical programmes. The data obtained were analysed by taking into account the strategic position and market share of Diyarbakır province in Turkiye. Conclusion- As a result of the research, it was determined that food companies operating in Diyarbakır province are aware of green supply chain management. In addition, it was determined that they pay attention to the use of environmentally friendly and recyclable products or activities from the raw material procurement stage to the production stage. In addition, it has been determined that they are sensitive to production, supply and distribution activities by international standards.

Keywords

• Green supply chain
• food ındustry sector
• supply chain
• green supply chain management

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