Authoritarian vs. participatory governance: urban social movements, social conflicts and the negotiation of governance processes.
Session code:
S33
Session title:
Trends in historical geography. Applied research and methods for spatial and landscape planning
Organizer(s):
Elena Dai Prà, University of Trento (Italy)
Number of slots: 2
Room: S1
Parallel sessions 9-10
Session abstract: Landscape interpretation and analysis in a Geo-historical perspective, that is a multitemporal research on landscape patterns and landscape changes, represent an essential requirement in order to implement a sustainable spatial planning. The proposed session will be focused on methodological samples concerning researches (also in progress) of applied historical geography, intended as a project-tool for geolocating, mapping and analysing the cultural features of present-day landscapes, but also for land-use, landscape and urban planning and, generally speaking, for territorial governance. The main topics and case-studies of such a vision of historical geography include, but not limited to: requalification of built-up, marginal and fringe areas; rural landscapes protection and development; forest, agroforest, croplands and, in general, natural vegetated surfaces management; boundary areas pressing challenges.
Session code:
S34
Session title:
Which future(s) for agriculture in urbanising areas? Geography of innovation and innovations in geography
Organizer(s):
Abrantes Patricia, Centro Estudos Geograficos, Lisbon University (Portugal) Clément Camille, UMR Innovation (France) Duvernoy Isabelle, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, UMR 1248 Agir (France) Perrin Coline, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, UMR Innovation (France) Salvati Luca, Consiglio per la Ricerca e la sperimentazione in Agricoltura (Italy)
Number of slots: 3
Room: B3
Parallel sessions 1-3
Session abstract: This session will examine the renewal of the role of agriculture in the urban and periurban areas of various countries, in a fast urbanising society. Geography can help to understand, map and model the relations between cities and agriculture. Landscape mosaics reveal new spatial configurations that reflect various combinations between urban and agricultural land uses. Actors and stakeholders build new territorial strategies bridging the gap between rural and urban, agriculture and food, private initiatives and public policies. This session will focus on the major trends and weak signals which enhance or prevent a (re)territorialisation of the relations between agriculture, cities and countryside. Various scientific approaches highlight these renewed linkages: Urban sprawl and farmland on the urban fringe: spatial patterns and protection tools. New agricultural systems in urban areas Community initiatives on nature, agriculture and food within the cities Local food strategies and urban policies Presentations include case studies, international comparisons and multi-scale approaches on innovations related to the reconnection between cities and agriculture. These innovations may: i) facilitate the coexistence between urban and rural activities, and foster spatial justice ii) stimulate the exchange of goods and services, for the benefit of farmers and city dwellers iii) build on local capacities iv ) strengthen democratic processes and governance. 34