How urban agriculture is transforming Detroit | Devita Davison

There's something amazing growing in the city of Detroit: healthy, accessible, delicious, fresh food. In a spirited talk, fearless farmer Devita Davison explains how features of Detroit's decay actually make it an ideal spot for urban agriculture. Join Davison for a walk through neighborhoods in transformation as she shares stories of opportunity and hope. "These aren't plots of land where we're just growing tomatoes and carrots," Davison says. "We're building social cohesion as well as providing healthy, fresh food.

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[rashmishah]

Im almost crying. Her speech is so deep and emotional. Wow. Go Detroit Agriculture !

[debrataylor]

I’m so proud of Devita for her advocacy, leadership & love that she actualizes in the city of Detroit! Her passion for justice & equity♥️👌🏽

[GaiaCarney]

🐝🍅🕊This is one of the BEST TED talks I have ever heard! TY for sharing! Farming grows peace, abundance, health, love 🕊🍅🐝

[RachelKissinger]

Devita Davison for mayor of Detroit! Wow! Just Wow! I live in Cali but now I'm thinking I'd love to come visit Detroit. God bless Detroit with health and prosperity.

[PlantsAndInsects]

This is one of the best TEDTalks I have heard. Raw and emotionally gripping. I am taking an Urban Agriculture course at the moment in Toronto, and I feel Detroit is such a great example, just like Devita says! This + Soil Food Web School is some of my learning for today!

[chandler]

Wow. I had to just watch this for a class but this speech is truly inspiring. I never had so much hope Detroit, and I wish them all the best!

[rita]

I LOVE Detroit Vegan Soul - the restaurant is delicious! Also just met a volunteer/staff member of Keep Growing Detroit! Looking forward to getting involved!

[brooksphotography]

Heck yeah, let’s go Detroit! This NEEDS to be implemented in every city, town, community in the world. ❤ love this.

[balduran]

I keep waiting for her to say, "Can I get an Amen!?"

[downhillwelder]

I`ve gardened for 50 years, its nice to see young people getting into it. Years ago most people in the city had a garden, some had chickens. Done right you grow a huge amount of food in a small area.

[ednaadanismail]

Devita Davison. it was an honor meeting you in Aspen last year. You make me proud . Stay well, we need more like you. Edna Adan Ismail.

[debbieomi]

Yes! Yes! Yes! THIS is what is drawing me to move to Detroit once my son graduates from college and sets off on his own. I lived in the region many years ago and have always considered Detroit to be my second hometown. Part of my heart belongs there and it's telling me to come home.

[virginiahurley]

What a GREAT speaker with beautiful message!! God is good!! Amen!!

[foreveravocado]

THIS IS THE MOST EXCITING THING I HAVE EVER SEEN <3 <3 <3 <3

[luisostasuc]

I cannot express how wonderful i think this is, and how happy i am that the American ideal of working through problems is being showcased in detroit

[olegwoo]

i like such positive story. new bright ideas always welcome.

[Dindonmasker]

great work! healthy food is the base to a brighter futur! ♥

[WashakadaSpirit]

I love this, I hope it works for them.

[shaul]

So inspiring, so much passion. God bless you

[ehlswkd]

I can't put my words. just can say WOW