# LocalGreenChain Documentation

> **A demand-driven, seasonal agriculture platform leveraging blockchain technology to track plant lineage from seed-to-seed while reducing the global footprint of human consumption.**

## Vision

LocalGreenChain transforms agriculture by enabling:

- **Demand-Driven Production**: Grow what consumers need, when they need it
- **Seasonal Optimization**: Align production with natural growing cycles
- **Footprint Reduction**: Minimize transportation, waste, and resource consumption
- **Complete Traceability**: Track every plant from seed origin to harvest and back to seed

## Documentation Index

### Getting Started
- [Quick Start Guide](./guides/quick-start.md)
- [Installation](./guides/installation.md)
- [Configuration](./guides/configuration.md)

### Core Concepts
- [Seed-to-Seed Transport System](./concepts/seed-to-seed-transport.md)
- [Blockchain Architecture](./concepts/blockchain.md)
- [Demand Forecasting](./concepts/demand-forecasting.md)
- [Seasonal Planning](./concepts/seasonal-planning.md)
- [Carbon Footprint Tracking](./concepts/carbon-footprint.md)

### Architecture
- [System Overview](./architecture/system-overview.md)
- [Data Flow](./architecture/data-flow.md)
- [User Blockchain](./architecture/user-blockchain.md)
- [Transport Tracking](./architecture/transport-tracking.md)

### Vertical Farming
- [Overview](./vertical-farming/README.md)
- [Environmental Control](./vertical-farming/environmental-control.md)
- [Automation Systems](./vertical-farming/automation.md)
- [Integration Guide](./vertical-farming/integration.md)

### API Reference
- [REST API](./api/rest-api.md)
- [Transport API](./api/transport-api.md)
- [Demand API](./api/demand-api.md)
- [Vertical Farming API](./api/vertical-farming-api.md)

### Guides
- [Grower Guide](./guides/grower-guide.md)
- [Consumer Guide](./guides/consumer-guide.md)
- [Transport Guide](./guides/transport-guide.md)
- [Vertical Farm Operator Guide](./guides/vertical-farm-guide.md)

## Project Goals

### Environmental Impact Reduction

```
Traditional Supply Chain:
[Seed] → [Farm] → [Processor] → [Distributor] → [Retailer] → [Consumer]
         ↓         ↓              ↓              ↓
       Waste     Transport      Storage        Spoilage
       (30%)     Emissions      Energy         (15%)
```

```
LocalGreenChain Model:
[Seed] ← → [Local Grower] ← → [Consumer]
            ↓
     [Vertical Farm]
            ↓
    Demand-Optimized
    Zero-Waste Cycle
```

### Key Metrics We Track

| Metric | Traditional | LocalGreenChain Target |
|--------|-------------|----------------------|
| Food Miles | 1,500+ avg | < 50 miles |
| Spoilage Rate | 30-40% | < 5% |
| Carbon/lb | 2.5 kg CO2 | 0.3 kg CO2 |
| Water Usage | 100% | 10% (vertical) |
| Pesticide Use | Variable | Zero (controlled) |

## Technology Stack

- **Runtime**: Bun (fast JavaScript runtime)
- **Frontend**: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
- **Blockchain**: Custom proof-of-work implementation
- **Transport Tracking**: GPS integration, QR code scanning
- **Demand Engine**: Machine learning forecasting
- **Vertical Farming**: IoT sensor integration, automation APIs

## Contributing

See [CONTRIBUTING.md](../CONTRIBUTING.md) for guidelines on contributing to LocalGreenChain.

## License

MIT License - see [LICENSE](../LICENSE) for details.
