Malaysia: Jakarta Embraces Urban Farming to Secure Food Ahead of Ramadan Amid Land Scarcity
This effort is part of a larger urban agriculture program targeting 625 green alley spots throughout the city, involving over 18,700 residents as active participants.
By María Alejandra Trujillo
BNN
05 Mar 2024
Excerpt:
The concept of urban farming in Jakarta revolves around maximizing the use of constrained urban spaces. Residents are encouraged to grow fruit and vegetables in pots or other repurposed containers, a practice known as container gardening. This method not only offers a practical solution for household vegetable needs, such as chilies, but also represents a productive activity that can be undertaken from the comfort of one’s home. The initiative reflects a broader effort to encourage sustainable living practices among Jakarta’s urban population.
In response to the pressing need for affordable food options, the Jakarta Provincial Government has reintroduced a program offering inexpensive groceries to help stabilize food commodity prices. This initiative aims to make basic necessities more accessible to vulnerable populations across the city, ensuring that strategic locations are chosen for maximum reach. Furthermore, the government, in collaboration with various stakeholders, has distributed approximately 4.3 million seedlings of productive crops across Jakarta and the Kepulauan Seribu Regency. This effort is part of a larger urban agriculture program targeting 625 green alley spots throughout the city, involving over 18,700 residents as active participants.
