Urban Agriculture And Household Welfare: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Recent Experience

ABSTRACT In recent times, urban agriculture, which is the practice of growing crops and rearing animals in and around urban centers has gained much prominence especially in developing countries. This may be attributed to the rapid population increase in most urban centers resulting in high unemployment with its attendant negative effects particularly on household welfare. This study provides evidence on the impacts of urban agriculture on household welfare in Ghana. The study also examines the extent as well as the determinants of urban agriculture in Ghana. Data for empirical analysis is obt…