HerdX, an agri-tech and data company, and UPS have partnered together to successfully deliver a blockchain-verified beef shipment from the U.S. to Japan.
The pilot was supported by the U.S. Embassy in Japan.
The tracked steak left Kansas on Nov. 4 and arrived at a steakhouse in Tokyo where officials were able to scan QR codes to access data about the product’s journey.
The packaging contains sensors that monitor and record temperature throughout the entire shipment process, assuring the meat never went above the required cool temperature.
“The timing couldn’t be more perfect to work together with both UPS and Japan companies to grow bilateral trade opportunities,” said Ron Hicks, HerdX Founder and CEO.
