From Market to Home
The Supply Chain for Food and Goods
Trace the journey of goods and food from the **producer** (farmer/factory) to your **home**. Observe the key roles and processes involved in the supply chain.
How to Use This Demo
- Select a **Supply Chain Role** (Farmer, Transporter, Seller) from below.
- Click "**Add Goods**" to start a batch of goods (representing the chosen role) on the chain.
- Click "**Speed Up**" to increase the pace of transport.
- Click "**Reset Chain**" to clear all goods and restart.
- Observe the goods as they pass through the **Farming**, **Transport**, and **Market** stages.
- Read the explanations to understand the logistics involved.
Goods Launched: 0 | Current Speed: Standard
🧑🌾 Farmer
🚚 Transport
🏠 Home/Market
Observation:
The **Farmer** is the first step! Select the Farmer role and add goods to see how the supply chain begins.
Understanding the Supply Chain
Key Roles:
The journey of a product is called the **Supply Chain**. It involves a sequence of steps, each with specific requirements for time and quality management:
| Role | Activity | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| **Farmer/Producer** | Growing/Manufacturing goods. | Creating the initial product. |
| **Transporter** | Moving goods (trucks, trains, ships). | Bridging the distance efficiently and quickly. |
| **Seller/Retailer** | Distributing and selling to consumers. | Making the product accessible to the final user. |
Logistics and Cost:
**Transportation costs** and **time taken** dramatically affect the final price and freshness of the goods. Efficient logistics, like modern **cold storage** and fast delivery networks, are crucial for perishable items like food.
