Urban agriculture refers to the cultivation of crops, raising of animals, and production of food within and around cities and towns. Research published in Agronomy Research on this topic examines the spatial dynamics and planning challenges at the urban-rural interface, particularly through geospatial analysis and r…
Urban agriculture refers to the cultivation of crops, raising of animals, and production of food within and around cities and towns. Research published in Agronomy Research on this topic examines the spatial dynamics and planning challenges at the urban-rural interface, particularly through geospatial analysis and remote sensing technologies. Studies have investigated land use transformations in peri-urban green belts, documenting how agricultural areas surrounding cities evolve over time and how these transitions can be mapped and characterized to inform land management decisions. The journal has also published work on horticultural systems in urban contexts, exploring how geoscience and remote sensing tools support planning and management of food production areas near cities. This research addresses critical questions about maintaining productive agricultural land as urban areas expand, understanding the ecological and economic functions of peri-urban agricultural zones, and developing evidence-based approaches to spatial planning that balance urban development with food production needs. The topic holds significance for sustainable urban development, food security, and the preservation of agricultural resources in rapidly urbanizing regions.
4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
The 4 articles above have been cited 39 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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