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This review aims to evaluate the impact of urban agriculture policies on food security in Dakar.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Urban Agriculture Policy Impact on Food Security in Dakar, Senegal: A Comprehensive Review of Five-Year Implementation Efforts

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Comprehensive review demonstrates improved food security in Dakar through urban agriculture efforts, indicating the need for better infrastructure.

This review aims to evaluate the impact of urban agriculture policies on food security in Dakar.
Comprehensive review of urban agriculture policies over five years
Analysis of official government reports and stakeholder interviews
Surveys of urban farmers and consumers in specific neighborhoods
Over 30% increase in fresh vegetable and fruit production by urban farms
15% reduction in food imports attributed to local agriculture efforts
Identified challenges in infrastructure and market access for urban farms

Sall et al. (2011) studied this question.

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Comprehensive review demonstrates improved food security in Dakar through urban agriculture efforts, indicating the need for better infrastructure.