Participatory design of public spaces for urban agriculture, Rosario, Argentina

This article shares the experience from Rosario, Argentina where city planners and University staff collaborated with two low-income communities in the design and implementation of a multifunctional neighborhood park, public square and road reserve. The article elaborates on a participatory design model and process, putting local people at the centre of design and development activities. To reconcile the demands posed by urban growth with urban agriculture activities of high social and economic value, urban agriculture should be included in land use planning and design, and regulated by municipalities, assuring its proper management and avoiding potential health and environmental risks