The garden as the field: following soil regeneration practices with participatory soil science in Singapore
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This article explores how urban community gardens in Singapore can support food security, soil regeneration, and more resilient food systems within the “30 by 30” vision. It follows experienced gardeners, described as “soil companions”, who tend soil as a living system through practices like composting, mulching, and planting for long-term soil health. In doing so, soil is re-framed as a living foundation for ecological and community wellbeing.
Key points:
Community gardens can become meaningful spaces for local food security in dense urban areas.
“Soil companions” regenerate soil by working alongside natural processes and building soil life over time.
Soil health and food security are closely connected and evolve together.
Urban gardening brings together ecological care and community relationships.
This article may resonate with readers interested in urban agriculture, soil health, regenerative practices, and community-led food systems.
Author: Huiying Ng, Toh Han Jing, Wuan See Vivian Lee, Edgar Raeben George, Varughese Philip
Journal: Agriculture and Human Values