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Urban Agriculture and Food Security

Explore the vital role of urban agriculture in combating poverty and enhancing food security in rapidly urbanizing regions. Learn about the benefits, such as increased food quantities, diversified diets, and improved calorie availability. Discover how urban households can participate in agricultural activities to generate income and access nutritious food, especially in developing countries.

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Urban Agriculture and Food Security

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  1. Urban Agricultureand Food Security Some facts and figures

  2. Urbanization is growing rapidly millions Source: UNDESA

  3. An increasing number of megacities… Source: www.indiatimes.org

  4. …especially in developing countries million inhabitants

  5. Urban agriculture an important reality Share of urban households participating in agricultural activities (in %)

  6. …especially for the poor Share of urban households participating in agricultural activities (in %)

  7. Providing a source of income… Share of income from on farm activities among urban households (in %)

  8. …and additional and more nutritious food • Greater quantities of food (up to 30% more) • A more diversified diet (higher number of food groups consumed) • Higher intake of energy and calorie availability Source: based on Zezza and Tasciotti (2010)

  9. More information • Fighting Poverty and Hunger: What Role for Urban Agriculture; FAO Policy Brief No 10 • Zezza, A. and L. Tasciotti (2010): Urban agriculture, poverty and food security; in: Food Policy Vol. 35(4), pp. 265-273 • FAO Food for the Cities • FAO Growing Greener Cities

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