“Organic agriculture is a production system that sustains the health of soils,
ecosystems and people. It relies on ecological processes,
biodiversity and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than the use of inputs with adverse effects.
Organic agriculture combines tradition,
innovation and science to benefit the shared environment and promote fair relationships and a good quality of life
for all involved.”
——International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements
HIGHLIGHTS
CityU community learning how to grow productively in the Hong Kong context
Close staff-student partnerships and over 400 students with direct growing experience
First organically certified university rooftop in Hong Kong
A vision of educating and practicing food sustainability
Widening network with Hong Kong society: the organic movement, NGOs, secondary students and SMEs
HISTORY
One of our first statements is as relevant as ever today:
"Permaculture develops sustainable forms of human communities by following models of naturally occurring ecosystems"
Land area first year: 66 square meters
Land area today: 140 square meters