Household Food Consumption Patterns and Food Security among Low-Income Migrant Urban Farmers in Delhi, Jakarta, and Quito

Urban agriculture provides a buffer against food insecurity for low-income migrant farmers, enhancing both the quantity and quality of their diets. A study across Delhi, Jakarta, and Quito found that participation in urban farming improves household food security through direct consumption and indirect benefits like increased income and better access to diverse food options. Despite varying practices in each city, growing food in urban areas consistently offered protection against food insecurity. This research aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing hunger, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture, offering critical insights as rural-urban migration trends continue.

Diehl, J. A., Oviatt, K., Chandra, A. J., & Kaur, H. (2019). Household Food Consumption Patterns and Food Security among Low-Income Migrant Urban Farmers in Delhi, Jakarta, and Quito. Sustainability, 11(5), 1378. https://doi.org/10.3390/su11051378