In Eastern Tyrol (Austria), homegardens are an integral part of the farming system. The aim of this paper is to present evidence for the development of gardening in the study area and to identify differences/similarities between gardens at organic and non-organic farms. In 1997 and 1998, in homegardens on 91 organic and 105 non-organic farms from 12 communities, occurrence and abundance of cult...

Food-based approaches that focus on dietary diversification are effective strategies for reducing microand macro-nutrient deficiencies in malnourished populations. These approaches such as Helen Keller International‘s (HKI) homestead food production (HFP) model seek to improve the micronutrient intake of individuals, increase household food security, and advance women‘s empowerment. The standar...

Ljubljana has recently started to accumulate various European and global awards such as the European Green Capital 2016. ! is article analyses the city’s sustainable living policy that led to this award and assesses non-environmental factors which improve the quality of urban life – an important indicator for various city rankings. ! rough case studies of urban cycling and gardening, it focuses...