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Agricultura Urbana como atividade promotora da Segurança Alimentar e Nutricional

Juliana Silva Barbosa, Robson Patrocinio de Souza, Anelise Dias

Cadernos de Agroecologia

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This report details the implementation and monitoring of a productive yard in the Juliano Moreira Colony, Jacarepagua, Rio de Janeiro, an initiative by the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation. The project aimed to promote health through improved food and nutritional security, with a farmer selected based on her interest in agroecology. The backyard contributed to food security, increased family income through surplus sales, and propagated agroecology principles in the community.