Growing Food in the City
Urban farming means growing food in towns and cities where space is small. People use balconies, rooftops, and tiny yards to grow vegetables and herbs. It gives fresh food, makes the city greener, and cuts the distance food must travel.
Four Simple Methods
- Pot planting — plants grow in pots or containers filled with soil. It is easy and can be moved to catch the sunlight.
- Vertical farming — plants grow on shelves or walls, one level above another, to save floor space.
- Hydroponics — plants grow in water mixed with nutrients, without soil.
- Fertigation — water and liquid fertiliser are given to the plant together through small pipes.
Example
A family with no garden grows lettuce on a rooftop using vertical shelves and hydroponics. They harvest fresh salad every week from a very small space.
Why It Helps
Urban farming saves space, gives healthy food, and helps the environment. Even a small balcony can become a tiny farm with the right method.