Database research record2009·Fiji
Garden of Eden? The impact of resettlement on squatters' ‘agri-hoods’ in Fiji
Alec Thornton
Development in Practice
Urban Farm DB summary
This article examines the impact of Fiji's squatter-resettlement scheme on the livelihoods of 'farming squatters' engaged in urban agriculture. Interviews with key informants and squatter residents revealed contrasting attitudes and approaches, indicating that the scheme threatens these livelihoods. The article suggests a more participatory process to address the needs of 'farming squatters'.