Satisfied from the city? – Report from the 2nd Braunschweig Urban Green Day

Abstract

Against the backdrop of Germany's low self-sufficiency in fruits and vegetables, policymakers are advocating for regional and local sustainable agricultural and food systems as pathways towards a crisis-resistant agriculture. In this context, the alignment of agriculture towards urban areas plays a significant role. During the 2nd Braunschweig Urban Green Day, participants further explored the potential contribution of non-professional urban food production in Braunschweig's gardens to the city's self-sufficiency in fruits and vegetables. The surprising outcome was that, in theory, Braunschweig could self-supply with fruits and vegetables within its city limits. However, the practical implementation barriers were discussed extensively.