What is urban agriculture?

Question

Besides planting a flower or vegetable garden in the city, or planting trees....I need something more...

Answer 1

Urban agriculture is define as  the practice of cultivating, processing and distributing food in, or around (Peri-urban), a village, town or city

Urban farming is generally practised for income-earning or food-producing activities though in some communities the main impetus is recreation and relaxation. Urban agriculture contributes to food security and food safety in two ways: first, it increases the amount of food available to people living in cities, and, second, it allows fresh vegetables and fruits and meat products to be made available to urban consumers. A common and efficient form of urban agriculture is the bio intensive method. Because urban agriculture promotes energy-saving local food production, urban and Peri-urban agriculture are generally seen as sustainable practises

Answer 2

In this economy, regardless of where one is, any open land is welcome food producing grounds. Urban areas are no exception. With a housing slump, especially in new home starts, land gets used one way or another. I went to the market yesteday and found a large bell pepper to cost almost $1.50. Urban "victory gardens" will spring up anywhere someone has the time and inclination to grow for family or for income.

Answer 3

Helping a city

Answer 4

http://www.gomestic.com/Gardening/Six-Aw...

or even better... if you are allowed.. get some hens for egg production.. some cities allow hens.. some do not..

Answer 5

It's not just planting something but it is as well distributing and transporting food and similar goods to different places ina city or town. That is all I know.

Answer 6

During WWII the government turned to its citizens and encouraged them to plant "Victory Gardens." They wanted individuals to provide their own fruits and vegetables.

Nearly 20 million Americans answered the call. They planted gardens in backyards, empty lots and even city rooftops. Neighbors pooled their resources, planted different kinds of foods and formed cooperatives, all in the name of patriotism.

Maybe it is time to turn back the clock.