Bengaluru & Pune Urban Agriculture Diversity Study
Bengaluru / Pune, インド · Operator: Community members & research institutions
Overview
Primary research study (2024-2026) in Bengaluru and Pune. Urban agriculture practices are diverse across crop varieties, composting methods, and water reuse strategies. Active knowledge-sharing networks among practitioners enhance sustainability.
Citizen participation
Participatory research involving community members. Diverse practices in composting and water reuse; active knowledge-sharing networks.
Operating model
Community-led, subsistence-focused. Integrates small-scale food production with resource recycling.
Impact
Food self-provisioning, resource cycling, social network building.
Land tenure
Various land arrangements: rooftops, vacant lots, home gardens.
Crops
- leafy greens
- vegetables
- herbs
Scale
Multiple sites across Bengaluru and Pune
Sources（2）
This entry is compiled from the public sources, official sites and research below.
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