The economic performance of urban gardening in three European cities – examples from Ljubljana, Milan and London
Glavan M., Schmutz U., Williams S., Corsi S., Monaco F., Kneafsey M., Guzman Rodriguez P.A., Čenič-Istenič M., Pintar M.
Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 36:100-122
Urban Farm DB summary
A study collecting rare economic data (yields, inputs, outputs, gross margins, contribution to household economy) from 180 urban gardeners across Ljubljana, Milan and London. It is one of the few quantitative assessments of the economic performance of urban gardening in Europe.
Key points
- 1The study quantitatively assessed the economic performance of urban gardening in three European cities.
- 2It collected rare economic data from 180 urban gardeners in Ljubljana, Milan, and London.
- 3The collected data covered yields, inputs, outputs, gross margins, and contribution to household economies.
- 4This research is notable as one of the few quantitative assessments of urban gardening economics in Europe.
Abstract and stored text
AI-generated summaryThis study investigates the economic performance of urban gardening in three European cities: Ljubljana, Milan, and London. It collected rare quantitative economic data from 180 urban gardeners, focusing on aspects such as yields, inputs, outputs, gross margins, and the overall contribution to household economies. The research aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the financial viability and benefits associated with urban gardening practices. As one of the few quantitative studies in Europe, it offers valuable insights into the economic impact of urban agriculture.
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Why it matters for urban farming
This paper is crucial for urban farmers as it provides concrete economic data on the financial benefits and costs of urban gardening. Understanding yields, inputs, and gross margins can help citizens optimize their farming practices, assess the monetary value of their produce, and demonstrate the economic contribution of urban farms to household budgets. It empowers urban farmers with evidence to justify their efforts and potentially advocate for support.