In several urban areas, local dwellers can grow produce in garden where public parks and open spaces are changed into. This essay posits that the disadvantage of this development are outranked by its benefit.
On the one hand, when people grow their own fruits or vegetables, they can completely control amount of pesticides that are used, which can avoid the risk of over-consuming unnecessary chemicals compared to eating grown by others. Another compelling benefit of this development pertains to enjoy produce that is fresher, has more flavor, and satisfy the traditional needs of people. Also, this can limit the demand for transporting produce, which can be heavy, costly, and release a lot of pollutants and greenhouse gases. Thus, this development can ensure people’s produce safety and have delicious produce despite saving money.
On another hand, in many urban places, public parks are places where people can do exercise or interact with each other, while open spaces are used as a playground for children. If they are turned into gardens that grow fruits and vegetables, they will no longer satisfy the initial purposes, depriving citizens of essential activities. As a result, you will not receive affection from your neighbors or others live near by you. Therefore, this development can occupy the space of the surrounding residents.
In conclusion, after considering both the benefits and problems of this development, I believe that this development brings about more positive implications. Although it can help local resident save a degree of cost and ensure food defense, this development can fill up public parks and open spaces of other residents.
