The term urban farming or agriculture recently pops up in the media. It is mainly applied regarding city development in third world countries, but as well it becomes more often a phenomena taking place in cities of industrial countries. After examining the general characteristics of urban farming, I am going to scrutinize the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of urban agricultural projects taking place in the city of Detroit. The former Motor City has been experiencing a dramatic economic collapse. Hence, because of its urgent need for change, it serves as prime example for urban farming in industrialized countries. Further on, introducing the Earthworks project in detail, the potential of urban farming as a possible long-term solution for Detroit’s problems will be examined.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Characteristics
- Urban farming in Detroit
- SWOT analysis
- Urban farming projects in Detroit
- Conclusion
- Bibliography
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper examines the potential of urban farming as a sustainable development strategy for Detroit, a city facing significant economic decline. It focuses on the potential benefits of urban farming in addressing the city's social, economic, and ecological challenges.
- Urban farming as a response to economic decline and unemployment
- The social, economic, and ecological dimensions of urban farming
- The role of urban farming in promoting food security and addressing food deserts
- The potential of urban farming projects for community development and social inclusion
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: Introduces the concept of urban farming, its prevalence in developing countries, and its emergence in industrialized nations. The paper highlights Detroit as a case study due to its economic collapse and the need for sustainable solutions.
- Characteristics: Defines urban agriculture and explains its integral role in cities' economic, social, and ecological systems. It outlines the different types of urban farming and the three policy dimensions: social, economic, and ecological. This chapter emphasizes the social dimension, particularly relevant to Detroit's food security issues.
- Urban farming in Detroit: This section explores the potential of urban farming in Detroit through a SWOT analysis. It addresses the city's economic decline, high unemployment rates, and the abundance of vacant land. The chapter also highlights the food desert problem and how urban farming can provide access to fresh and affordable food.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on urban farming, Detroit, food security, economic decline, unemployment, community development, social inclusion, vacant land, food deserts, and sustainable development.
- Quote paper
- Stefanie Schumann (Author), 2011, Urban farming in Detroit, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/170585
