Society of Extension Education GujaratPublished: Gujarat Journal of Extension Education (P-ISSN: 2322-0678 & E-ISSN: 3048-9946)
Society of Extension Education GujaratAbstract: Urban gardening, a dynamic response to the challenges of urban living, encompasses diverse cultivation practices within city spaces, contributing to environmental sustainability and addressing nutritional security. It empowers communities to take control of their food sources, fostering localized food production and reducing the carbon footprint associated with food transportation. The multifaceted concept of food and nutritional security involves not only the availability but also the quality of food intake. Using Garrett's ranking technique, this study assessed six key constraint factors-financial, input, management, social, technical and personal-operationalized as hindrances to achieving urban gardening objectives. A total of 90 respondents participated in ranking these constraints, revealing that technical constraints emerged as the most critical, receiving a mean score of 60.96. Following this, management, input, social, financial and personal constraints were ranked in descending order. Loss of crops due to pest and disease infestation topped the list of challenges, underscoring the multifaceted nature of issues faced by urban gardeners. Financial constraints were primarily dominated by the impact of pests and diseases, while socio-psychological challenges included complaints from neighbors and objections from landlords. Resource and input constraints were led by a lack of quality inputs nearby, emphasizing the importance of accessibility. The study also highlighted significant personal constraints, such as time and space limitations, which were crucial factors affecting urban gardening practices. In conclusion, the findings emphasize the necessity for tailored solutions and community engagement to address these constraints, fostering sustainable urban gardening practices amidst climatic and social challenges.
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