Research Findings

Case Studies of Successful Food Gardens in South Africa

Case Studies

1. School Food Garden in Gauteng

School Food Garden 1 School Food Garden 2

Key Findings:

  • Feeds 200 students daily with fresh vegetables
  • Integrated into school curriculum
  • Uses compost from school food waste

Statistics:

20 m² area
80 kg yield/month
4.0 kg/m² yield

2. Urban Rooftop Garden in Western Cape

Western Cape Garden 1 Western Cape Garden 2 Western Cape Garden 3

Key Findings:

  • Utilizes unused rooftop space in city center
  • Hydroponic system saves water
  • Supplies local restaurants with fresh herbs

Statistics:

5 m² area
15 kg yield/month
3.0 kg/m² yield

Data Visualization

Yield Comparison (kg/m²)

Cost-Benefit Analysis