Urban farming consists of cultivating crops and livestock in an urban environment, and this practice is transforming the way we think about food. In cities across the globe, people are using rooftops, lots, and even balconies as green spaces to produce food. This has a positive impact as people can produce their own food thus becoming more self-sufficient, and it also plays a significant role in combating climate change, as urban farming is more eco-friendly than traditional farming.
The spread of this urban farming movement is largely thanks to digital platforms, including adult ones, where people spread the word and showcase how to practice urban farming.
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Thanks to the rise of social media and live streaming platforms, urban farming has gained notoriety and people know about it. These platforms are great tools to inspire others to follow suit and engage in urban farming. On TikTok and YouTube, experts and enthusiasts share tips on sustainable farming and raise awareness. For example, urban farming influencers like Curtis Stone (The Urban Farmer) and Rob Greenfield document their sustainable lifestyles and have amassed large followings.
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The rise of urban farming
Urban farming has gained traction in recent years in part due to concerns over food security and sustainability. Traditional agriculture requires large amounts of land and transportation, which contributes to carbon emissions.
One of the most famous examples of urban farming success is Brooklyn Grange, a rooftop farm in New York City that produces over 80,000 pounds of organic vegetables annually. Similarly, Lufa Farms in Montreal operates several rooftop greenhouses, supplying local residents with fresh, pesticide-free produce year-round.
Now, how to grow food in apartments and small spaces? The answer is hydroponics and vertical farming. Hydroponics uses a nutrient-rich water solution that enables plant growth without the need for soil.
On the other hand, vertical farming is a technique where crops are grown in stacked layers using controlled environments like hydroponics. Cities like Singapore, where land is scarce, have already embraced vertical farms.
As more people learn about urban farming, it will become a more widespread practice. Schools are already joining the movement by teaching children how to grow their own food. For instance, The Edible Schoolyard Project in California has introduced gardening into school curriculums. Everything starts with education, continues with action, and it might end with urban farming becoming a way of life.