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Database research record2015·Switzerland

Policies Fostering Multifunctional Urban Agriculture in the City of Zurich

Ingrid Jahrl, Otto Schmid

Organic Eprints (International Centre for Research in Organic Food Systems, and Research Institute of Organic Agriculture)

Urban Farm DB summary

In Zurich, Switzerland, urban agriculture policies have evolved towards fulfilling multiple functions. This multifunctional approach aims to provide diverse services for city dwellers, fostering biodiversity, offering attractive recreational landscapes, and creating educational opportunities, with food production being a part but not the main goal. The city administration has implemented various support mechanisms to ensure the concept's implementation and maintenance.