Agriculture

The role of informal ruralization within China's rapid urbanization

H. Wang

This paper, conducted by Hanxi Wang, explores the informal practice of *chengshi kaihuang* (CK) in urban China. Discover how CK, a grassroots approach to urban agriculture, shapes the dynamics of Wuhan amid rapid urbanization, revealing its potential for significant urban environmental impacts.

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Abstract

This paper investigates *chengshi kaihuang* (CK), an informal practice of urban agriculture in China, as an example of bottom-up ruralizing agency within rapid urbanization. Using remote sensing and social media data, the study examines the spatial impact of CK on Wuhan, a megacity. Findings reveal widespread CK occurrences across China, demonstrating its potential for large-scale impact on the urban environment and challenging existing understandings of rural-urban dynamics.

Publisher

Nature Cities

Published On

Mar 27, 2024

Authors

Hanxi Wang

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