FAZENDAS URBANAS: IMPORTÂNCIA PARA A SEGURANÇA ALIMENTAR DAS FAMÍLIAS

Abstract

This Course Completion Work (TCC) explores the topic of urban farms as a viable alternative for food production in urban environments, focusing on the contribution of these initiatives to food security. The main objective is to investigate how urban farms impact food security, considering their role in offering fresh and healthy food to urban populations. The methodology used in this study is bibliographic review, allowing a detailed analysis of existing research on the subject. The results obtained reveal that urban farms present a range of significant benefits, such as promoting sustainable agricultural practices and strengthening local food resilience. However, challenges are identified, such as space restrictions, structural limitations, access to resources and issues related to urban zoning. Despite these obstacles, urban farms are considered viable, especially when innovative strategies and supportive policies are adopted. The assessment of environmental impacts, including energy use and urban zoning, emerges as critical elements for the development and expansion of these initiatives. By considering the complexity of these issues and the solutions proposed in the literature, this study highlights the fundamental role of urban farms in building more sustainable, resilient and equitable food systems for urban populations.