Survey on the Use of Farming Materials in the Elementary School Vegetable Garden in Jeonbuk Area

Urban Farm DB summary

A survey examined patterns in the farming materials required to create and operate elementary school vegetable gardens in the Jeonbuk region of South Korea, aiming to propose ways to vitalize urban agriculture-related business. The materials purchased most for school garden operation were seeds and seedling supplies, compost/fertilizer, and tools such as trowels, sprinklers and hoes; material purchases were made mostly online, while seedling purchases were made mostly at pesticide/seedling stores. The study recommends providing information and education on farming materials and establishing more accessible, reliable internet sources.