Added: Oct 11, 2021
Last edited: Oct 13, 2021
Prague launched a pilot project for organic urban agriculture, by offering 398 hectares of its agricultural land for rent under organic farming conditions. According to the city, organic farming not only allows to produce quality food, but it also maintains and develops the natural diversity of the landscape and emphasizes the preservation of natural cycles. It is also one of the ways to combat drought and climate change and, because of the absence of synthetic chemical pesticides in the soil, also to protect water resources.
Farmers must follow organic and circular agricultural principles, namely: no pesticides, no fungicides, use of organic fertilisers and respecting crop rotation. Engaging with farmers and giving priority to organic and circular practices is a strong avenue for cities to take in moving to a circular food system.
Co-benefits of the practice can include diversifying a city’s food supply, fostering biodiversity, reducing packaging needs and shortening supply chains.
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