Database research record2019·India (Delhi)
Re-conceptualizing urban agriculture: an exploration of farming along the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi, India
Jessica Cook, Kate Oviatt, Deborah S. Main, Harpreet Kaur, John Brett
Urban Farm DB summary
This paper explores market-oriented urban agriculture along the Yamuna River in Delhi, India, from the farmers' perspective. Using a multi-method Rapid Assessment Process, the study investigates how urban agriculture is practiced and what factors influence farmers' livelihood decisions. The research argues against assuming the sustainability of urban agriculture, emphasizing the need to understand city-level conditions and their impact on farmers' economic viability.