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Database research record2019·Global

The challenges of deploying urban agriculture

Mathilde Martin-Moreau, David Ménascé

OpenEdition (OpenEdition)

Urban Farm DB summary

The deployment of urban agriculture relies on initiatives from companies, startups, and non-profit organizations, alongside support from public authorities, especially local governments. Challenges include the need to raise consumer awareness of new production methods and to train urban farmers for quality supply chains. The abstract indicates that commitment from local stakeholders is crucial for scaling up urban agriculture projects.