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In America, several key innovations are making urban farming<\/a> a sustainable method of food production.<\/p>\n

Rooftops, window sills and backyards are increasingly being farmed in cities right around the world.<\/p>\n

From beekeeping to chickens, cities have the potential to make a real contribution to the world’s food source.<\/p>\n

Image via Wikicommons.<\/a><\/p>\n

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