A Switch to Commons: The Evolution of the Regulation of Urban Agriculture in Rome, Italy

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This article investigates how framing urban agriculture as a "common good" shapes governance and fosters participatory processes in Rome, Italy. In October 2024, the City of Rome approved a new regulation on urban agriculture, marking an evolution in its legal framework. Field research, including interviews and archival data analysis, found that urban agriculture practices in Rome exemplify collaborative governance, enabling cooperation between citizens and local government.