You hear a lot about urban farming these days, especially here in Detroit. But what exactly would that mean? Is it the best choice for everyone? And how does it all come together?
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One proposal would bring a commercial farm to the city center, and
be among the most ambitious urban farms we’ve ever heard of. The other
would function similarly, but would train and employ former drug
addicts, giving them work, earned income, and skills. A social venture
of sorts. Great idea if it works, and if it’s a goal that’s honored.
What I’ve seen, however, is that’s not always the case.
The other day, a writer proposed
the idea that to rehab our cities, we need to think twice before we
demolish abandoned buildings. I agree with him, but Detroit has faced
pretty swift depopulation, with no signs that people are coming back
any time soon. So I say if the buildings aren’t going to be used by
anyone, sure, tear 'em down and build a farm.
But what kind of farm? And who gets to work there?
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