Solving the transportation problem in the conditions of heterogeneity of products of agro-industrial enterprises

Abstract

The article investigates the essence of the transportation problem, its purpose and objectives, as well as methods of solving it in conditions of product heterogeneity. Particular attention is paid to agro-industrial enterprises, where factors related to product quality, shelf life and compliance with the humidity regime during transportation have a significant impact on logistics processes. The specificity of agricultural products lies in their diversity in terms of types, quality, shelf life, and other characteristics, which creates additional challenges for optimizing logistics operations. An important aspect is also the integration of environmentally friendly practices into the logistics processes of agro-industrial enterprises, which contributes not only to maintaining product quality but also to reducing environmental impact [1]. The use of specialized software systems for modeling logistics scenarios that take into account all possible risk factors allows for more efficient planning of transportation routes [2]. The article provides a detailed analysis of existing methods for solving transportation problems and investigates the problem of optimizing transportation costs in the agricultural sector, taking into account the diversity of products. Several real-life examples are presented to illustrate the application of the proposed methods. In particular, the article considers problems for different types of products, which take into account not only transportation costs but also losses from product spoilage. Practical recommendations for improving logistics processes in agro-industrial enterprises, taking into account product heterogeneity, are outlined, which allows reducing transportation costs and increasing supply efficiency. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed approaches in reducing overall costs and minimizing product losses. This article will be useful for scientists and practitioners involved in logistics and management in the agro-industrial complex, as well as for specialists in optimizing production and transportation system