Monday, September 26, 2011
There are a lot of articles popping up about urban farming (see here, here, and here). Proponents of the practice claim that converting vacant lots into productive agricultural land can provide local jobs, create healthier communities, and make cities more self-sustainable. But why should we care if cities can provide for themselves? Are we worried about the Huns attacking? Shouldn't cities specialize in stuff where they have a comparative advantage?