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Establish Food Forest Integration in Urban Green Spaces

Cities have parks and green spaces that could produce food while maintaining recreational and environmental functions. The challenge is integrating food production into urban green spaces without compromising other uses. Barriers include public acceptance, management complexity, and competing space uses. Without food integration, urban green spaces miss opportunities to contribute to food security while serving only recreational purposes. Successful food forest integration could provide public food while maintaining green space benefits, potentially creating edible landscapes that feed communities while providing environmental services and recreation opportunities.

Applied Sciences, Sustainable Farming, Urban Farming