EVOLUTION OF SUPPLY CHAIN RISK MANAGEMENT RESEARCH IN ENHANCING CATTLE INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE IN MALAYSIA

Abstract

This bibliometric analysis investigates the research trend on supply chain risk management (SCRM) and its impact on the performance of the cattle industry in Malaysia. The cattle sector plays a critical role in the national food security agenda and agricultural sustainability yet remains vulnerable to various risks across the supply chain, including production, logistics, disease outbreaks, and market fluctuations. Despite its importance, the integration of SCRM strategies within the cattle industry has not been sufficiently explored. This study aims to identify research patterns, gaps, and future directions by analyzing scholarly output related to the keywords "cattle," "agriculture," and "supply chain risk management performance." The Scopus database was used for data collection, while Open Refine was applied for data cleaning and standardization. Visualization and clustering of research themes were conducted using VOS viewer software. An initial total of 607 articles were retrieved, and after applying inclusion criteria limiting the scope to English-language publications from 2020 to 2025, a refined dataset of 355 articles was analyzed. The findings reveal a rising trend in publications during this period, with key research clusters focusing on risk mitigation strategies, supply chain resilience, and livestock productivity. However, there is limited focus specifically on the Malaysian context. This study contributes valuable insights for academics, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to strengthen cattle industry performance through targeted SCRM strategies.