Almere Oosterwold Peri-Urban Agriculture
Almere, Netherlands · Operator: Almere Municipality & Local Farmers
Overview
Peri-urban agriculture in Almere integrating community and farmer practices with comprehensive land-use planning and social engagement
Citizen participation
Collaborative farming by local farmers and community members with social practice governance
Operating model
Municipal land used for integrated food production and community development planning
Impact
Restored food production in urban periphery and enhanced community governance
Crops
- vegetables
- fruits
- grains
Scale
31-acre designated peri-urban agricultural area
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