AgroEcoBogotá Network and AUPA (Urban Agriculture App)
Bogota, Colombia · Operator: Bogota Municipal Government
Overview
Bogota operates an agroecology network of 8,000+ urban gardens mapped and networked via platform. Mobile app (AUPA) launched in 2022 delivers digital training and support. Aims to strengthen 20,000 gardens and train 40,000 people.
Citizen participation
Network of 8,000+ urban agroecology gardens in Bogota. Mobile app (AUPA) launched April 2022 for characterization, training, and technical support. Goals: strengthen 20,000 gardens, train 40,000 people in agroecology.
Operating model
Municipal network using digital platform for knowledge sharing and technical support.
Impact
Improved food security in urban areas. Enhanced farmer skills. Digital agriculture knowledge sharing.
Crops
- vegetables
- agroecological crops
Scale
8,000+ urban agroecology gardens
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