Promoting Urban Agriculture: Insights from Uruguay’s Community Garden Network

Akim Kovalev

Exploring the Role of Urban Agriculture in Environmental Care and Community Empowerment

The Honorary Commission of the National Agroecology Plan (CHPNA) has produced a series of audiovisual materials showcasing 14 agroecological experiences and transitions across Uruguay. These initiatives highlight the efforts of men and women engaged in various productive sectors, spread across different regions of the country. Their work focuses on environmental stewardship, livelihood generation, and community enhancement.

Huerta Charrúa: In their latest installment, the Honorary Commission of Agroecology introduces us to Uruguay’s Community Garden Network, specifically showcasing Huerta Charrúa in Montevideo. This community garden exemplifies the significance of urban agriculture in local contexts.

The Red de Huertas Comunitarias del Uruguay fosters a connection between urban residents and sustainable agricultural practices, promoting food security and ecological balance within urban settings. Huerta Charrúa serves as a model for integrating agriculture into urban landscapes, demonstrating how community gardens can contribute to:

Local Food Production: Providing fresh, nutritious produce to urban dwellers.
Environmental Conservation: Enhancing biodiversity and reducing the carbon footprint associated with food production and transportation.
Community Engagement: Fostering social cohesion and resilience through collective gardening activities.

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Promoting Urban Agriculture: Insights from Uruguay’s Community Garden Network

Akim Kovalev

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