Location Optimization of Agricultural Cold Chain Logistics Centers under Demand and Distance Fluctuations: A Case Study of Henan Province

Zengqi Yue1  Junhao Lin2(Corresponding author )  Yuankun Wang3

1 School of Business Administration Henan Polytechnic University，Jiaozuo City Henan Province，454000；

2 Henan Polytechnic University，Jiaozuo City Henan Province，454000；

3 Xuchang Electrical Vocational College，Xuchang City Henan Province，461002；

Abstract:The perishable nature of fresh agricultural products and consumer focus on freshness make efficient cold chain logistics vital for farmer income. Henan, a major agricultural province, faces significant logistics load surges due to high output and dispersed harvests. Optimizing cold chain logistics center layout to meet dynamic demand and alleviate load fluctuations is crucial for improving farmer income. This study addresses this challenge by developing a mathematical model for optimizing the location of cold chain logistics centers in Henan Province. The model explicitly incorporates fluctuations in cold storage demand and real-world uncertainties. Using data from 18 cities in Henan, the study investigates the impact of varying model parameters on optimal center location. The findings provide theoretical and methodological insights to support the scientific planning of new agricultural cold chain logistics infrastructure in the province.

Keywords:Henan Province；Cold chain logistics center location；Demand and Distance Fluctuations；Agricultural products；Case study

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