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Cultivating communities in Mendoza, Argentina: Exploring social aspects of urban agriculture

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  • Mietz Lena K.

    (Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, Facultad Regional Mendoza, CLIOPE Group, Rodríguez 273-Ciudad de Mendoza, Argentina)

  • Civit Bárbara M.

    (Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, Facultad Regional Mendoza, CLIOPE Group, Rodríguez 273-Ciudad de Mendoza, Argentina)

  • Arena Alejandro P.

    (Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, Facultad Regional Mendoza, CLIOPE Group, Rodríguez 273-Ciudad de Mendoza, Argentina)

Abstract

Global food production and security are current challenges. This is reflected, among other things, in the fact that more than 690 million people suffer from hunger or food shortages. The availability of nutritious food is critical for disease control and immune function. In this context, urban agriculture is promoted as a way to ensure access to food, which has developed due to rising prices, food shortages and urban growth. However, there is a lack of in-depth knowledge on the impacts as well as barriers to implementation. Therefore, this study investigates vegetable consumption patterns in the metropolitan city of Mendoza in Argentina, as well as interest in vegetable production, opinions on urban agriculture and barriers. Quantitative research methods were used, and a citizen survey was conducted. The data was analysed using SPSS software and correlations were determined using chi-square. The results show strong interest from citizen in urban agriculture, but also barriers such as lack of time and resources. Successful implementation requires initiative, political will, and acceptance. The results are consistent with other studies and could be further explored in longitudinal studies to assess effectiveness. This is helpful given the importance of urban agriculture and vegetable consumption for sustainable food production and supply.

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  • Mietz Lena K. & Civit Bárbara M. & Arena Alejandro P., 2023. "Cultivating communities in Mendoza, Argentina: Exploring social aspects of urban agriculture," Environmental & Socio-economic Studies, Sciendo, vol. 11(4), pages 12-24, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:enviro:v:11:y:2023:i:4:p:12-24:n:5
    DOI: 10.2478/environ-2023-0020
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