Database research record2016·South Korea (Daegu)
Awareness of Daegu Citizens on Urban Agriculture
Boong Hoon Eom, Eun Jin Jang
Journal of people, plants, and environment
Urban Farm DB summary
This study investigated Daegu citizens' awareness of urban agriculture through a questionnaire administered to 328 residents from May 9-25, 2015. The cognition level of urban agriculture was found to be very low, though experienced groups reported high satisfaction and future participation intentions were very high. Motivations included 'Hobby and leisure activities' and 'Safe food production', while perceived effects included 'Safe agricultural products' and 'Change in dietary life'. Preferred types of urban agriculture included 'Rooftop garden' and 'Learning/education type home garden'.