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Pode a agricultura urbana contribuir para o desenvolvimento de cidades e comunidades sustentáveis?

Moisés Savian, Pedro Boff, Mari Inês Caríssimi Boff

Research Society and Development

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This study analyzed the contribution of urban agriculture to sustainable development in Brazilian cities and communities by reviewing 40 scientific articles published between 2009 and 2019. The findings indicate that urban agriculture is practiced across all regions of Brazil, exhibits diverse multifunctional characteristics, plays a significant role in maintaining agrobiodiversity, and supports food and nutritional security. It also contributes to economic, social, and ecological aspects of cities, potentially benefiting urban spaces, promoting health, and aiding educational processes.