Food Science and Technology

Mapping the consumer foodshed of the Kampala city region shows the importance of urban agriculture

L. Hemerijckx, G. N. Nakyagaba, et al.

Discover how food procurement varies across socio-economic groups in Kampala, Uganda! This groundbreaking study reveals that urban agriculture significantly impacts food sourcing, particularly for high-income residents, while low-income newcomers rely on rural supplies. Join authors Lisa-Marie Hemerijckx, Gloria Nsangi Nakyagaba, Hakimu Sseviiri, and others in exploring Kampala's unique foodshed.

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Abstract

This paper quantitatively analyzes the spatial extent of the food provisioning area for consumers of different socio-economic statuses in Kampala, Uganda. Using a primary dataset from household and food vendor surveys, the study maps the foodshed by tracing where consumers obtain food and its origin. Results show that 50% of Kampala's food originates within 120 km, with 10% from within the city. Urban agriculture is twice as important as international imports. High-income residents have a more local foodshed due to urban agriculture participation, while low-income newcomers rely on retailers sourcing food from rural Uganda.

Publisher

npj Urban Sustainability

Published On

Mar 02, 2023

Authors

Lisa-Marie Hemerijckx, Gloria Nsangi Nakyagaba, Hakimu Sseviiri, Katarzyna Janusz, Michelle Eichinger, Shuaib Lwasa, Julian May, Peter H. Verburg, Anton Van Rompaey

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