Database research record2014·United States
The Civic Life of Food Production
Jeanne Simonelli, Stephanie Paladino
Culture Agriculture Food and Environment
Urban Farm DB summary
This issue focuses on the movement to reintegrate food production into the civic, moral, and economic life of communities. Specifically, it highlights a qualitative study on the perceived benefits of community gardening in Baltimore, Maryland. The study explores the benefits to individuals, neighborhoods, and the city, suggesting these can be used as urban planning tools for developing healthy urban environments.