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Growing food and non-food crops in and near cities contributes to healthy communities by engaging residents in work and recreation that improves individual and public well-being. Apart from the promotion of food security and physical urban environments, urban farming brings significant mental benefits to individuals and their communities. This article…

The story of agriculture is a tale of human ingenuity, dating back to as early as 11,000 BCE, when our ancestors began the journey of mass-producing food. Its profound impact on humanity is undeniable, supporting livelihoods, providing raw materials, and building strong economies through trade. However, as we benefits of…

Urbanization is a positive indicator of a country’s growth in wealth and development, yet it is also a step back in terms of being an unsupportive environment for people’s well-being, especially children. According to a study conducted by Aarhus University in Denmark, “children who grow up in less green environments…

Traditionally, people talk about vertical farming in its potential to produce food inside cities. However, urban farming in cities have been a homogenous concept that did not account for climate and geographic conditions. In other words, when we think about vertical farming, we think about growing food in cities like…

Vertical farming is a modern growing method that keeps agricultural productivity while significantly lowering land uses, which makes it suitable for urban farming. However, it is facing challenges such as high energy consumption, economic affordability problems, public resistance and customers’ doubts in the perceived usefulness of this growing method, which…

The essential role of soil microbiomes underscores the intricate balance within ecosystems and the delicate interplay between human health and the environment. Research conducted by Banerjee and van der Heijden in “Soil Microbiomes and One Health” highlights the fundamental interconnectedness of human health with the well-being of microbial communities in…