Fig. 1
The significance of agriculture in the context of sustainable development of the city.
Source: own compilation.
Fig. 2
Positive aspects of urban agriculture to sustainable city development.
Source: own compilation on the basis of Peterson et al. 2010 and Deelstra and Girardet 2000.
Fig. 3
Urban allotment projects in the region of Andalusia in the years 1991–2018.
Source: own elaboration.
Fig. 4
The research area, its location from the perspective of the country, province and the city.
Source: own elaboration.
Picture 1
Traditional vegetable garden (huerta) in Baeza in 2018.
Source: picture taken by the authors.
Table 1
Decalogue of mandatory rules regarding the use of allotment gardens in Baeza.
| 1. | It is not allowed to change the layout of plots or combine them with neighbouring ones or close them with permanent fences. |
| 2. | The City Council provides water (non-potable). |
| 3. | Each user must keep the plot in good condition and return it in an orderly and clean state. |
| 4. | The plot user can obtain agricultural tools that should be returned when he/she no longer uses the plot. |
| 5. | There is a yearly obligation to fertilise the plot at the appropriate time for this activity. |
| 6. | The City Council may unilaterally cancel the use of the plot if public interest is threatened. |
| 7. | The use of the plot is free of charge. One family unit has the right to one plot. |
| 8. | The plot user should respect both other users and the municipal personnel. |
| 9. | The City Council reserves the right to inspect plots to check whether their use is consistent with their purpose. |
| 10. | The products obtained are intended for own consumption but they can also be sold on the municipal grocery market on condition that an appropriate fee is paid. |
[i] Source: own compilation on the basis of Decreto de Alcaldía del Ayuntamiento de Baeza firmado el 8 de octubre de 2013.
Fig. 5
Allotment gardens in Baeza in 2018.
Source: own elaboration.
Picture 2
An example of a vacated plot.
Source: pictures taken by the authors.
Fig. 6
Age structure of plots holders in 2014.
Source: own elaboration based on data from the city office.
Fig. 7
Economic structure of plots holders in 2014.
Source: own elaboration based on data from the city office.
Fig. 8
Average plot size.
Source: own elaboration based on data from the city office.
Picture 3
Allotment gardens in Baeza at the end of November 2018.
Source: pictures taken by the authors.
Picture 4
Local grocery market in Baeza in 2018.
Source: pictures taken by the authors.
Picture 5
A monthly lottery aimed at stimulating trade at the market.
Source: picture taken by the authors.
Picture 6
An example of setting aside (barbecho) a certain proportion of the plot.
Source: picture taken by the authors.