拡大するアメリカ合衆国の都市農業とその課題

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This paper examines the recent growth of urban agriculture in the United States. Since the late 20th century, spaces and practices of urban agriculture have increased substantially in US cities. This is especially significant in areas where land prices are relatively low and/or in plots that were vacant. Due to increasing interest in production and supply of local foods, urban agriculture is set to continue growth in the long term. This, however, conflicts with the potential development of land for urban land use, such as residential or commercial purposes. This paper suggests that revitalization of property where urban agriculture and local community’s interests coexist is critical to the future of urban agriculture.