Food and Nutrition Security - Urban Agriculture and Social Development

This initiative represents Curitiba’s long-term commitment to food and nutrition security, treating food not as a standalone issue but as a full urban system. It is built on the principle that everyone has the right to regular access to healthy, good-quality food, produced and distributed in ways that are socially fair, culturally respectful, and environmentally sound. The program connects public policy with everyday life, making food security a shared responsibility across the city. The work on the ground combines urban agriculture, public urban farms, community gardens, food banks, affordable street markets, and public restaurants, alongside actions focused on biodiversity and waste management. Led by the Municipal Secretariat for Food and Nutrition Security, the initiative brings together city departments, local producers, community organizations, and regional partners to ensure these services reach all residents, with a strong focus on low-income and vulnerable groups. By linking food production, education, governance, and social inclusion, the program turns urban food systems into a driver for social development and aligns closely with the Fab City vision of more resilient, inclusive, and self-sufficient cities.