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Socio-economic outcome of urban horticulture on urban &peri urban communities in South India
2025H R RAMYA, G.A. Atheequlla, R. Venkattakumar, R R THOMAS · Journal of Horticultural Sciences · India
This study examined urban horticulture practices, socio-economic benefits, and constraints among 51 respondents from 5 southern states in India. Respondents spent 1-5 hours daily on urban horticulture, primarily for chemical-free food (92%) and stress relief (69%). After adopting urban farming, 67% reduced market visits to 1-2 times, and 33% to 3-5 times, with monthly savings ranging from Rs.200/- to Rs.1000/- per individual. Major challenges identified were pest infestation (35.29%), space limitations (27.45%), and knowledge gaps (23.53%).
EconomicsHealthCommunityFood sovereignty & justiceDIYPemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Urban Farming Hidroponik dan Eco-Enzyme untuk Ketahanan Pangan dan Pengelolaan Limbah di Kelurahan Bendan Ngisor, Kota Semarang
2025Apri Kuntariningsih, Andhy Supriyadi · Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan · Indonesia (Semarang)
A community service program implemented in Bendan Ngisor Village, Semarang City, Indonesia, aimed to enhance food security, reduce organic waste, and create new economic opportunities through hydroponic urban farming and eco-enzyme utilization. The program demonstrated increased knowledge and skills among residents in waste management and food cultivation on limited land, supporting sustainable household economies. The integration of hydroponics and eco-enzymes proved to be an effective solution for urban food and environmental issues.
CommunityFood educationFood sovereignty & justiceOrganic cycleDeterminant of Productivity in the Indonesian Agricultural Sector
2025I Made Tamba · International Journal of Agricultural Economics · Indonesia
This study analyzed the determinants of productivity in Indonesia's agricultural sector. Using 2023 secondary data from 34 provinces in Indonesia and ridge regression, it found that agricultural technology adoption, plantation sector categorization, and urban farming use significantly associate with agricultural sector productivity. In labor modeling, the number of land-owning farmers and the Human Development Index showed significant associations, and cluster analysis revealed three distinct regional groups.
EconomicsUrban–rural linkageUrban agriculture supports China’s vegetable supply without raising greenhouse gas emissions
2025Yuanchao Hu, Prajal Pradhan, Haoran Zhang, Zhen Wang, Qianyuan Huang, Qiqi Jia, Xihong Lian, Chao Xu, Rui Yang, Yuxi Tian, Zhibang Xu, Limin Jiao, Jürgen P. Kropp · Resources Environment and Sustainability · China
This study constructed a new dataset of urban productive spaces for 124 large Chinese cities to assess the potential of urban agriculture. It found that approximately 30% of urban vegetable demand could be met by utilizing spaces such as rooftops and open areas. However, urban agriculture showed little potential for greenhouse gas emission mitigation, with an average intensity (0.30 kgCO2e/kg) similar to traditional agriculture (0.31 kgCO2e/kg).
Environmental trade-offsClimate changeUrban–rural linkageEconomicsDigital agricultureUpaya Pusat Kegiatan Belajar Masyarakat Satria Tama Purwokerto Dalam Menanamkan Jiwa Kewirausahaan Bagi Siswa
2025Dziky Fauzy, Nur Isnaeni Widiastuti, Annaafi Putra Ramadhan, Iqvan Maulana, Kholifah Nur Romadoni, Galih Safangaturohman, Layla Mardliyah · Jurnal Kependidikan · Indonesia (Purwokerto)
This study investigated the efforts of PKBM Satria Tama Purwokerto, an equivalency education institution established in 2006, which serves 92 students and 8 tutors. The institution provides academic programs and skills training, including fish farming and urban agriculture. Field research, using interviews, observation, and documentation with administrators, tutors, and students, showed that PKBM Satria Tama plays a significant role in expanding educational access for communities unable to attend formal education. The implemented training programs were proven to increase students' economic independence and environmental awareness.
Food educationCommunityEconomicsPEMBERDAYAAN TERINTEGRASI BERMODAL LIMBAH DOMESTIK DENGAN MEMANFAATKAN TEKNOLOGI BIOKONVERSI BERBASIS SERANGGA LARVA BSF (MAGGOT) DI KWT SERUNI KELURAHAN BUNTUSU KECAMATAN TAMALANREA
2025Fatmawati Fatmawati, Muhlis, Muhtar Muhtar, Andi Munawar, Sappewali, Nurfaidah Samad, Maifa Diapati · Jurnal Dinamika Pengabdian (JDP) · Indonesia
This study addressed the challenge of continuous organic fertilizer supply for the 30-member Seruni Women's Farming Group (KWT) in Indonesia, which practices urban farming. It implemented domestic organic waste processing using BSF larvae (maggot) bioconversion technology to produce compost. The activity, conducted through lectures, discussions, and practical training, found strong local government support and high enthusiasm from KWT members and the community, successfully improving their understanding of waste processing for compost production.
CommunityOrganic cycleCompostSistem Pengkabut dan Intermitten Lighting Colour Otomatis untuk Optimalisasi Budidaya Microgreen Organik
2025Hilmi A'ini Nurthoyibah, Ayu Fіtrіаnі, Rеzа Zulіаnsyаh Sobіrіn, Rаіhаn Putrа Dwіyаnа, Аіf Аl Zulfа, Hеrіk Sugеru · Jurnal Ilmiah Teknologi Pertanian Agrotechno · Indonesia
This paper introduces AMICRON, a modified growth environment designed to optimize organic microgreen cultivation using mist systems and intermittent colored lighting. Experiments comparing microgreens grown inside AMICRON with those grown outside or under standard grow lights found that AMICRON's intermittent lighting resulted in faster germination and harvesting times.
Digital agricultureFood sovereignty & justiceDIYPelatihan Urban Farming Guna Meningkatkan Keterampilan Anak-Anak Panti Asuhan Tat Twam Asi
2025I Nyoman Indra Kumara, Decky Cipta Indrashwara, I Gede Fery Surya Tapa, Melati Budi Srikandi · JURNAL Comunità Servizio Jurnal Terkait Kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat terkhusus bidang Teknologi Kewirausahaan dan Sosial Kemasyarakatan · Indonesia
A one-day urban farming training program was conducted at the Tat Twam Asi Orphanage in Indonesia to enhance children's urban cultivation skills and knowledge. The program, which included theory and practical sessions, successfully taught basic urban farming concepts and techniques. Participants demonstrated good application of learned techniques and a deep understanding of urban farming's importance for food security, as evidenced by pre- and post-test questionnaires.
Food educationCommunityWelfareAGROEDUWISATA JAYAKARTA: INOVASI SOSIAL BERBASIS LINGKUNGAN DAN KEARIFAN BUDAYA LOKAL DALAM PROGRAM CSR PT ANTAM UBPP LOGAM MULIA
2025Ni Made Ayu Wina Wirjana Asak, Yuliani Yuliani, Farina Farina, Fahruri Yahya, Ela Puji Hariani · Learning Society Jurnal CSR Pendidikan dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat · Indonesia (Jakarta)
This study explored the social innovation model of the Agroeduwisata Jayakarta program implemented by PT ANTAM Tbk UBPP Logam Mulia to address urban problems in the Jatinegara Kaum area, such as ineffective waste management, shrinking agricultural land, unemployment, and underutilized religious tourism potential. Using a qualitative case study method, data was collected from interviews and internal reports. The findings indicate that the Agroeduwisata program provides benefits beyond environmental sustainability, also empowering local communities and preserving Jakarta's cultural heritage through organic and inorganic waste management, urban farming development, SMEs, and spiritual tourism.
CommunityFood educationOrganic cyclePENINGKATAN KAPASITAS KWT SERUNI MELALUI PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH DALAM URBAN FARMING DAN HIDROPONIK
2025Kusmayanti Solecha, Duwi Cahya Putri Buani, Furi Indriyani, Meutia Raissa Emiliana, Resti Dhea Putri Apriliani · Jurnal AbdiMas Nusa Mandiri · Indonesia
This community service program used Participatory Action Research to enhance the capacity of the Seruni Women Farmer Group (KWT Seruni) in urban farming and hydroponics. Evaluation showed a 12% improvement in participants' understanding, and technological implementation led to 1,500 high-quality seedlings and an 18.4 kg pakcoy harvest. The program strengthened technical competence, fostered independent skill application, and generated socio-economic benefits like increased household income and strengthened women's roles in agriculture.
CommunityFood educationFood sovereignty & justiceWelfareImplementation of Solar-Powered Water Pump and Monitoring System for Hydroponic Urban Farming
2025Adi Mahmud Jaya Marindra, Dwi Surya Santaki, Deny Kurniawan, Ferdian Ilham Maulana, Raihan Adji Widjaksana, Muhammad Irham Amzari, Pandu Jati Bayu Saputra, Chenny Azalia Eka Putri Minggus, Rafi Fauzan · Jurdimas (Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat) Royal · Indonesia (Balikpapan)
This project addressed power outages affecting hydroponic gardens of the Women Farmers Group (KWT) Sepinggan Raya in Balikpapan, Indonesia, by implementing a solar-powered water pump and a water quality monitoring system. The program included a survey, system installation, and training. Results indicate that the system improves hydroponic productivity and reduces operational costs previously dependent on the national electricity grid, also empowering the local women's group with renewable energy knowledge.
Digital agricultureCommunityEconomicsClimate changeAn integrated quantitative framework for exploring sustainable scenarios in urban agriculture planning
2025Zih‐Ee Lin, Yin-Chi Lin, Mengshan Lee, Pei-Te Chiueh, Chun-Wei Wu, Yu-Sen Chang · Sustainable Environment Research · Taiwan (Taipei)
This 2025 study proposed an integrated framework for urban agriculture planning, incorporating land use classification, design scenarios, and quantitative environmental impact assessment. Applied to Taipei, Taiwan, the framework identified 9.4% of the city's area as potential urban agriculture sites, with half being small ground plots. The analysis of 16 scenarios revealed trade-offs, such as food crops enhancing supply versus ornamental plants mitigating the urban heat island effect.
Climate changePolicyUrban–rural linkageCommunity Economic Empowerment Using Urban Farming in Pontianak
2025Maswadi Maswadi, Novira Kusrini, Shenny Oktoriana, Anita Suharyani · PRIMA Journal of Community Empowering and Services · Indonesia (Pontianak)
This community service initiative in Southeast Pontianak District, West Kalimantan, empowered 48 local residents through participatory training in hydroponics and verticulture. Post-training evaluation showed 77.1% (n=37) of participants actively practiced urban farming within three months, with 37.8% sustaining practices for 4-6 months. The results demonstrate increased community awareness, technical capacity, and adoption of sustainable urban farming practices.
CommunityEconomicsFood sovereignty & justiceFood educationPublic Policy Network Implementation: A Case Study in the Development Urban Farming for Sustainable Food Independence in Makassar City
2025Mahyudin Mahyudin, Muh. Akmal Ibrahim, Muhammad Yunus, Syahribulan Syahribulan · Journal of Management and Administration Provision · Indonesia (Makassar)
This research used a descriptive qualitative approach, including observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, to analyze the implementation of development network policies for urban farming for sustainable food independence in Makassar City. The findings indicate that the implementation of the urban farming development policy network requires improvement through joint actions among stakeholders. This is due to a lack of instructors assisting the Women Farmers Group (KWT), which is the target of the urban farming program, thus affecting the sustainability of activities utilizing yard land for productive use and food independence.
Governance failurePolicyFood sovereignty & justiceCommunityEconomicsSocial Capital as a Catalyst for Community Empowerment: Evidence from KWT Srikandi Mrican, Indonesia
2025Aulia Nishful Laila, Sugito Sugito · Jurnal Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Media Pemikiran dan Dakwah Pembangunan · Indonesia
A qualitative research methodology investigated the role of social capital in the empowerment of urban agriculture within the Srikandi Women’s Farmers Group (KWT) in Mrican, Sleman, Indonesia. The study revealed that the effective utilization of social capital significantly contributes to the success of empowerment initiatives within KWT Srikandi. Social networks are robustly established both internally among KWT Mrican members and externally through collaborations with academic institutions, government entities, and the private sector, though challenges persist, including limited expansion of partnership outreach and the necessity for improvements in facilities and infrastructure.
CommunityEconomicsPolicyCultivating Eco-Urban Diplomacy through Urban Farming: Comparative Insights from Jakarta–Tokyo and Surabaya–Kitakyushu Sister Cities
2025Azka Madihah, Aliifah Ghassanii · Atlantis highlights in social sciences, education and humanities/Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities · Asia
This study examined eco-urban diplomacy through urban farming and environmental horticulture in Jakarta-Tokyo and Surabaya-Kitakyushu sister-city partnerships. Jakarta-Tokyo collaboration promoted participatory urban farming and rooftop greening, raising Tokyo's vegetable self-sufficiency from 4.27% to a potential 11.73%. Surabaya-Kitakyushu cooperation achieved a threefold mangrove expansion and 20% waste reduction, but financial constraints, communication gaps, and land insecurity persist, risking exclusion of marginalized groups.
Climate changeFood sovereignty & justiceCommunityPolicyHealthEconomicsBiodiversityThe “Character Garden” program as an environmentally based character education innovation in elementary schools
2025Elan Elan, Riefki Fiestawa, Risbon Sianturi, Qonita Qonita, Pidi Mohamad Setiadi · Journal of Community Service and Empowerment · Indonesia (Tasikmalaya City)
The "Character Garden Program" was developed in Indihiang District, Tasikmalaya City, Indonesia, to integrate character education through school garden-based learning. Using a Participatory Action Research approach, 39 teachers from seven elementary schools participated in training and module development. Teachers' understanding of character education integration significantly increased (pre-test 61.05 to 77.24, p < 0.001), and students showed increased responsible behavior (2.61 to 3.40) and mutual cooperation (2.63 to 3.36).
Food educationCommunityKompetensi Penyuluh Pertanian Dalam Pengembangan Urban Farming di Tiga Kota Provinsi Sumatera Barat
2025Pitra Neli, Hery Bachrizal Tanjung, Devi Analia · Jurnal Niara · Indonesia (Sumatera Barat)
This quantitative study, conducted from April to June 2024 in Padang, Padang Panjang, and Bukittinggi cities in West Sumatra, investigated the competencies of agricultural extension workers in urban farming development. A census of 36 extension workers supporting urban farming since 2016 revealed that their competency level was moderate (38.9%), with innovation mastery, regional potential understanding, urban agribusiness potential understanding, and farmer needs understanding also falling into the moderate category. Formal education, attitude, and skills were found to significantly influence extension workers' competence in urban farming development.
CommunityPolicyInnovative and Traditional Urban Farming Systems: Pathways to Sustainable Vegetable Production and Food Security
2025Khati Malo, Dharmendra Singh Lagoriya, Rakesh Kumar, Anil Bhushan, Sandeep Chopra, R. K. Samnotra, Sumiya Afreen · Ecology Environment and Conservation · India
This review explores various urban farming models as sustainable solutions to address food insecurity, malnutrition, and environmental degradation, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions like India. It examines the role of urban agriculture, through both traditional systems (e.g., kitchen gardens, rooftop and community gardens) and modern approaches (e.g., hydroponics, aeroponics, vertical farming), in building resilient food systems, and the importance of combining traditional practices with technological innovations and supportive governance. Challenges such as infrastructure limitations, policy gaps, and lack of technical expertise are also faced.
Food sovereignty & justiceCommunityPolicyUrban–rural linkageClimate changeOptimization of the Use of Organic Fertilizer in Urban Farming to Improve Agricultural Yield in Ubung Village
2025Gusti Agung Ayu Made Listya Mahadewi, Ida Bagus Gde Agung Yoga Pramana · PKM-P · Indonesia (Ubung Village)
A community service program implemented in Ubung Village, Indonesia, aimed to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability through the effective use of organic fertilizers. The Jelita Women Farmers Group and the broader community received one week of hands-on training in organic fertilizer management and sustainable farming practices. After a 30-day evaluation, significant improvements were observed in soil fertility, crop yields, and community participation, with harvest results for crops like vegetables, chilies, and melons markedly better than pre-training levels.
CompostOrganic cycleCommunityFood educationPeran Pemerintah dalam Mengimplementasikan Peningkatan Ketahanan Pangan Kota Tangerang
2025Ilham Prtama Putra, Naila Nur Aziza, Nasya Rafika Putri, Tsabitha Naura Kamila, Ghina Halwa Mufidah · Arus Jurnal Sosial dan Humaniora · Indonesia (Tangerang)
This study aimed to analyze the Tangerang City government's role in implementing food security improvement programs and identify supporting and inhibiting factors. The research focused on an urban farming program with a 1,000-hole hydroponic system. A descriptive qualitative approach was used, with data collected through literature study and policy document analysis. Results showed the Tangerang City government acts as a regulator, facilitator, and coordinator. Supporting factors included clear regulations, provision of production facilities and technical training, active community participation, cross-sector collaboration, and hydroponic technology innovation. However, inhibiting factors included limited land, technical difficulties in technology adoption, limited resources, and low community adaptation to new innovations.
Governance failurePolicyFood sovereignty & justiceCommunityLITERASI GREEN ECONOMY TERHADAP URBAN FARMING (Studi Kasus KWT Anggrek di Kelurahan Bara-Baraya Kecamatan Makassar Kota Makassar)
2025Muh Ainul Fattah, Sri Mardiyati, Nurdin Nurdin · AgriMu · Indonesia
This study analyzed green economy literacy in urban farming at KWT Anggrek in Bara-Baraya Village, Makassar City. As a quantitative descriptive study, green economy literacy using the 5R concept was rated "medium" at 66.38%. The urban farming at KWT Anggrek was found not to increase members' income, but only to minimize household expenses.
Economic viabilityEconomicsCommunityOrganic cycleUrban Farming Design Patterns in Landscape Architecture and the Influence of Marketing Innovation on Economic Sustainability in Malang City
2025Irawan Setyabudi, Eri Yusnita Arvianti, Retno Ayu Dewi Novita · Jurnal IPTEK · Indonesia (Malang)
This study analyzed the impact of marketing innovation on the economic sustainability of urban farming in Malang City. Using a quantitative approach, it involved 86 urban farming practitioners selected via purposive sampling, with product, price, and distribution innovation as independent variables and economic sustainability as the dependent variable. Multiple linear regression showed that the three independent variables partially and simultaneously had a positive and significant effect on urban farming's economic sustainability. Product innovation was the most dominant factor, and the regression model had an R² value of 0.713.
EconomicsFood sovereignty & justiceCommunityGarden Of Well-Being: Pemberdayaan Karang Taruna Kelurahan Gebangsari dalam Meningkatkan Kesehatan Mental Melalui Urban Farming
2025Raffael Juan Bilyardo Alvares, Reni Lestari, Rinda Hayuanti, Risma Cahyaningtyas, Rizky Sekar Sari, Rofiqoh Nur Azizah, Rudi Purnomo, Salwa Latifah Putri, Selgi Mei Ariyani, Septi Restu Anggraini, Inayatul Khafidhoh · Wahana Dedikasi Jurnal PkM Ilmu Kependidikan · Indonesia
The "Garden of Well-Being" program was implemented in Karang Taruna Kelurahan Gebangsari, Indonesia, to build youth leadership capacity through an integrated approach of urban farming and psychosocial prevention. The program addressed food security and mental health issues among urban youth, offering mental health socialization, urban farming training, and entrepreneurship training. Participants showed positive responses, enthusiasm for urban farming, and new entrepreneurial initiatives.
CommunityHealthFood educationWelfareFood sovereignty & justicePeran Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) dalam Sosialisasi dan Implementasi Teknologi Budidaya Ikan Lele Skala Mikro
2025Eka Pae · Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Waradin · Indonesia (Candinegoro)
A Community Service Program (KKN) implemented in Candinegoro Village, Indonesia, focused on the socialisation and application of micro-scale catfish farming technology to support food security through city farming initiatives. This qualitative descriptive study used a participatory method, with students acting as facilitators, trainers, and companions for the community. The results showed a significant increase in community knowledge and practical skills in fish farming, alongside strengthened awareness of sustainable urban farming practices.
CommunityFood educationFood sovereignty & justice