Cultivating a new urban ecology: Strategies for successful urban agriculture projects

by Seattle Urban Farm Company 

ABSTRACT:
Urban agriculture has the ability to promote healthy diets, environmental stewardship, stronger communities and an improved quality of life. By developing economically sound, city-based farming ventures, urban agriculture will play a crucial role in the further development of a sustainable green economy and a more resilient urban environment. During this session, participants will learn how to implement strategies specific to particular types of urban farming projects in order to produce and sustain a project’s unique goals. It will highlight the extensive experience of Seattle Urban Farm Company in designing, building and operating successful urban farm projects.