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Potential of urban horticulture to secure food provisions in urban and peri-urban environments

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Abstract

The production of vegetables and fruits within urban and peri-urban boundaries provides food for million of Africans in urban areas as well as livelihoods for thousands of urban growers. Thus, the socio-economic impact of urban horticulture is substantial. There is also a positivie effect on the environment through conservation of natural resources in city areas. However, there exists a need for technical development and official recognition of this type production to enhance sustainability. Furthermore, microbiological, chemical and physical food hazards need to be acknowledged.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationUrban and peri-urban agriculture for food security in low-income countries
PublisherSLU Global, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Pages33-35
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)978-91-576-9230-6
ISBN (Print)978-91-576-9229-0
Publication statusPublished - 2014

Publication series

SeriesSLU-Global Report
Number2014:4

Keywords

  • food safety hazards
  • horticulture
  • livelihoods
  • urban farming
  • urban horticulture

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