Urban Agriculture and Puerto Rico

In past years Puerto Rico has been ravaged by hurricanes and storms. As Puerto Rico works to rebuild agriculture production a recent study emphasizes the importance of urban agriculture to Puerto Rico. We invite you to read the linked article and utilize the discussion points provided to guide your conversations around the globe!

Urban Agriculture Development in Puerto Rico

Discussion Points

• What are the benefits of urban agriculture in Puerto Rico according to the study?
• What are the challenges urban agriculture is facing in Puerto Rico?
• How do you suggest that those in Puerto Rico turn these challenges into opportunities?
• What does urban agriculture look like in your home area/community? Are there benefits? Does it exist? Do you see an increased need?  Explain all responses.

Hurricane Maria and Agriculture

Puerto Rico has been devastated by Hurricane Maria. Part of the devastation includes the agriculture sector. Look over the linked article to learn more about the impact that Hurricane Maria is having on the agriculture sector in Puerto Rico. Utilize the discussion points provided to spark conversations in your classrooms, coffee shops, and communities around the world!

Puerto Rico's Agriculture Decimated by Hurricane Maria

Discussion Points

• Explain the impact of Hurricane Maria on agriculture in Puerto Rico. Consider both crops and livestock.
• Looking back through the years what has been the trends with agriculture in Puerto Rico?
• Some are turning this horrible situation into a positive for agriculture. Explain their reasoning.
• In your opinion what could be done to help get agriculture back on it's feet in Puerto Rico? Why would your idea be successful?