Agri 4.0 (Urban) Flashcards
is the practice of cultivating crops, livestock, or types of food in an urban environment.
Urban Farming
Objective of URBAN
FARMING
Increase the local food production, promote sustainability, reduce the
carbon footprint of food distribution, and fostering community engagement
with agriculture
Importance URBAN
FARMING
*Enhances food security
*Reduces food miles and carbon footprint
*Provides fresh, local produce
Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000
- adopts a systematic and comprehensive ecological solid waste management program, which utilizes environmentally sound
methods that maximize the utilization of valuable resources and encourage resource conservation and recovery.
RA 9003
Urban Agriculture Act of 2011
- Catalina Bagasina said Metro Manila has a huge
area where food production through agriculture can be pursued. HB 4750 seeks to promote urban farming in cities to address food security concerns and regenerate ecosystems functions.
- brought to the urban space by employing the concepts of indoor agriculture in skyscrapers and other modern buildings
House Bill 4750
Types of Urban
Farming: Planting on building rooftops.
Utilizes roof space for growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers
Rooftop Gardens
Types of Urban
Farming: Using walls and vertical structures for growing
- utilization of small or
limited spaces, increased yields per square foot, reduction of soil erosion
and water runoff, and enhanced accessibility for gardening in urban
environments
Vertical Gardens
Types of Urban
Farming: Multi-layered
farming systems in urban
buildings
Vertical Farms
Types of Urban
Farming: Shared spaces where residents grow food collectively. Shared plots managed by communities.
Community Gardens
Types of Urban
Farming: Soilless growing systems using nutrient-rich water
Hydroponics & Aquaponics
Types of Urban
Farming: Growing
plants on balconies or
terraces.
Balcony Gardens
Steps for Urban Farming?
- Plan your space
- Choose Plants
- Prepare Soil
- Maintain
Benefits of Urban Farming?
- reduce waste, promotes recycling, lowers urban heat, increase green spaces
- community bonds, educ opportunities, mental well being
- reduce food costs, create local jobs, supports local economies