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Database research record2022·Global

Food Security & Urban Agriculture - Considerations for Soil Improvements and Crop Planning

Aaron Sedivy

Lincoln (University of Nebraska)

Urban Farm DB summary

This document outlines the benefits of urban agriculture, such as energy conservation, rainwater remediation, and therapeutic uses, and its contribution to food security pillars: availability, access, utilization, and stability. It suggests special considerations for improving urban soils and designing an evolving food crop production plan.