WHY REGENERATIVE URBAN AGRIcULTURE?
1. Nutrition & Food Security
Urban farms provide fresh healthy and affordable produce in areas that would otherwise be food deserts. This ensures better nutrition for vulnerable urban populations, and helps to build resileince against disruptions in global food supply chains.
2. Economic Opportunity & Income Creation
Addressing unemployment head on, urban farms provide jobs, skills & incomes for farmers & employees. By focusing on youth & women, CitiFarmz enables entrepreneurship & provides sustainable incomes.
3. Community Building & Social Cohesion
Urban farms foster social interaction & community engagement. They empower residents by allowing them to actively participate in their own food production & promote skills, food literacy & security,
4. Environmental Sustainability & Climate Resilience
Urban farms can mitigate climate change impacts by shortening food supply chains (reducing carbon emissions), repurposing organic waste into compost, & using water-efficient technologies. They integrate with the circular economy & can make cities more resilient to climate-related disruptions.
5. Health & Well Being
Access to green spaces & outdoors can improve mental & physical health. By providing a direct connection to where food comes form, these farms can encourage healthier eating habits & a greater appreciation for the food system.