Database research record2026·United Arab Emirates
Urban Farming Initiatives in the United Arab Emirates:
Anamika Mishra, Rim Meziani, Ayah Alkhatib, Sara Ayman Laila
International Review for Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development
Urban Farm DB summary
This paper reviews the current state of urban farming initiatives in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to initiate a discussion on urban farming spatial practices in Gulf cities. It classifies global farming initiatives into four categories and documents UAE's institutional and policy frameworks for food security. The study analyzes a database of UAE farming initiatives using this classification, identifying trends and opportunities for integrating urban farming into the city.