1. The Urban Setting Kathleen A. Garland ENVR/UHCL Jan. 11, 2014

2. Purpose of urban agriculture

3. Urban Forests

4. Edible forestry http://vimeo.com/74137837

5. Community Gardens http://vimeo.com/81063443 Food brings people together Gardens help build community Fresh food from local sources can be cheaper and more nourishing! This one is in the fifth ward, which has been identified as…

6. Food Deserts http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local &id=8421133 http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local &id=8421133

7. Where can you put a garden?

8. The Value of Urban Habitat

9. Other benefits Reduce storm runoff Cool the building Reduce the heat island effect Provide alternative locations for work and play

10. JSC Sustainability http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQgcvP-01LI

11. Farmers Markets http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeyvCHLUdlo Because if you are going to grow food, you need to be able to get it to market!

12. Urban agriculture Food Friendship Fun!