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一般社団法人KOBE FARMERS MARKET 活用事例

一般社団法人KOBE FARMERS MARKET, 農林水産省

農林水産省 農山漁村振興交付金事例

Urban Farm DB summary

Kobe grant case report on youth-oriented farmers markets using urban agriculture function grants, documenting city-farmer-civic collaboration to secure urban farmers and activate citizen farms and direct sales.

Key points

  • 1Utilization of Urban Agriculture Function Grants: The project effectively utilized urban agriculture function grants.
  • 2Establishment of Youth-Oriented Farmers Markets: Youth-oriented farmers markets were established in Kobe City.
  • 3Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration: The initiative involved collaboration among the city government, local farmers, and civic organizations.
  • 4Securing Urban Agriculture Practitioners: A primary objective was to secure new practitioners for urban agriculture.
  • 5Revitalization of Citizen Farms and Direct Sales: The project aimed to revitalize citizen farms and direct sales channels.

Extracted facts

3 facts

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  • 60 %

    urbanization control area share(kobe city)

    Policy
    region
    JP-Hyogo
    municipality
    神戸市
    note
    市面積の約6割が市街化調整区域
  • 1.2–1.5 ratio Increase

    sales ratio(farmers market regional fair)

    EconomicsControl: 一般開催時のファーマーズマーケット
    region
    JP-Hyogo
    municipality
    神戸市
    setting
    地域フェア開催時
    program
    都市農業地域共生推進等支援事業
  • 20–30 % Increase

    visitor change(farmers market regional fair)

    EconomicsControl: 一般開催時のファーマーズマーケット
    region
    JP-Hyogo
    municipality
    神戸市
    setting
    地域フェア開催時
    program
    都市農業地域共生推進等支援事業

Direction of conclusions

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  • Economic viabilitySupports
  • Community cohesionSupports

Abstract and stored text

AI-generated summary

This report details a case study of the KOBE FARMERS MARKET General Incorporated Association, focusing on its initiatives in Kobe City. The project utilized urban agriculture function grants to establish youth-oriented farmers markets. It highlights a collaborative effort involving the city government, local farmers, and civic organizations. The primary objectives were to secure new urban agriculture practitioners and to revitalize citizen farms and direct sales channels. This case exemplifies a successful model for fostering community engagement and economic activity within urban agricultural contexts.

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Why it matters for urban farming

This case study demonstrates how urban farms can thrive through strategic partnerships and targeted initiatives. Citizen farmers can learn from Kobe's model of collaborating with local government and civic groups to secure funding (like grants) and create direct sales opportunities (like youth-oriented markets). It highlights the importance of engaging younger generations to ensure the sustainability and growth of urban farming, offering practical insights into revitalizing community farms and expanding market reach.