Mexico City Urban Garden System (SHU)
Mexico City, Mexico · Operator: Sedema (Mexico City Environmental Ministry) / United Nations Environment Programme
Overview
Mexico City formed the Urban Garden System (SHU) in 2024 with Sedema, UNEP, and local allies. On a 3,600 m² plot, they cultivate traditional milpa (corn, climbing beans, squash association) and conduct workshops on traditional cultivation systems.
Citizen participation
Citizen participation with workshops and talks on traditional cultivation systems like milpa
Operating model
Public-supported network promoting sustainable and traditional agricultural practices
Impact
Builds sustainable urban agriculture network. Reduces environmental impact on soil and air. Preserves traditional agricultural knowledge while promoting food production and education.
Land tenure
Management entrustment from Mexico City Government
Crops
- corn
- beans
- squash
- vegetables
Scale
3,600 m² — Network connecting urban gardeners across Mexico City
Sources（2）
This entry is compiled from the public sources, official sites and research below.
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