Database research record2022·Brazil (Porto Ferreira)
A agricultura urbana em Porto Ferreira - SP: o que é? Como é? E para quem é?
Alan da Silva Vinhaes, Antônio Nivaldo Hespanhol
Revista de Geografia
Urban Farm DB summary
This study aimed to understand and analyze urban agriculture practices in Porto Ferreira, Brazil. Fieldwork, including a survey of 60 urban farmers, revealed that urban gardens promote social inclusion for low-income individuals, unemployed people, the elderly, and women. Among the surveyed farmers, 55 used their produce for self-consumption or sold it at their production sites, two sold at the market, and three sold directly to supermarkets.