(1)Gov't eyes IC tags for better food distribution

(1)Gov't eyes IC tags for better food distribution

TOKYO, Japan - Photo shows an integrated circuit (IC) shipping tag which Japan's farm ministry plans to out to nationwide use in a bid to improve the distribution and freshness of perishable foods. A data recording and recognition system based on the chip will be designed to cut distribution costs, facilitate the reading of data on perishables, speed up distribution and ensure food is fresher, officials said on Aug 15. (Kyodo)

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