@inbook{bb409d2e9ac9415a8e143c187d39eebc,
title = "Potential of urban horticulture to secure food provisions in urban and peri-urban environments",
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.",
keywords = "food safety hazards, horticulture, livelihoods, urban farming, urban horticulture, food safety hazards, horticulture, livelihoods, urban farming, urban horticulture",
author = "H{\aa}kan Asp and Beatrix Alsanius",
year = "2014",
language = "English",
isbn = "978-91-576-9229-0",
series = "SLU-Global Report",
number = "2014:4",
pages = "33--35",
booktitle = "Urban and peri-urban agriculture for food security in low-income countries",
publisher = "SLU Global, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences",
}