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Socio-technical transformations in citrus supply chains: a literature review based on bibliometric analysis

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  • Emad Alzubi
  • Ahmed Kassem
  • Ani Melkonyan-Gottschalk
  • Tim Gruchmann
  • Bernd Noche

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This study examines best practices for transforming agricultural supply chains (ASCs) into sustainable systems, with a particular focus on citrus supply chains. A bibliometric analysis of 871 papers from 2010 to 2023 was conducted using BiblioShiny, from which 111 papers were selected based on sustainability criteria. The analysis revealed six major thematic clusters: sustainability assessment, circular economy and byproducts, supply chain optimisation, nutrition values, citrus growth, and citrus diseases. A notable trend is the increasing adoption of technology, especially the utilisation of citrus waste as a bio-adsorbent for wastewater treatment. However, significant gaps remain, particularly in addressing social dimensions, socio-cultural influences, transparency, and the integration of holistic sustainability transformation approaches. To address these gaps the study proposes a socio-technical framework to guide future research and promote sustainable practices within ASCs.

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  • Emad Alzubi & Ahmed Kassem & Ani Melkonyan-Gottschalk & Tim Gruchmann & Bernd Noche, 2026. "Socio-technical transformations in citrus supply chains: a literature review based on bibliometric analysis," International Journal of Integrated Supply Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 18(6), pages 1-45.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijisma:v:18:y:2026:i:6:p:1-45
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