Optimization in food grain distribution system: case of directorate general of food

Abstract

A lot of effort has been directed for design food distribution system in the country. This proposed demand Estimation ( of wheat, rice, sugar and salt ) for 10 years and optimized food distribution network will be considered as part of the existing food distribution network. A System dynamics model of food grain storage, Govt. procurement and distribution and import in Bangladesh is presented. The study of the Network for Govt. distribution system are also presented. Finally, The policy Implications of the distribution network are discussed.