GROWING URBAN AGRICULTURE ENTERPRISES ALONG THE WASATCH FRONT Key Challenges and Recommendations

The report provides an analysis of the current state of urban farming in Salt Lake City, focusing on structural, operational, and policy-related challenges facing emerging urban agriculture ventures. It outlines key barriers including limited access to affordable land, regulatory obstacles, capital constraints, and difficulties scaling operations within urban contexts. The report also offers actionable recommendations for stakeholders — such as local governments, nonprofit organizations, funders, and urban growers — aimed at improving land access, streamlining regulations, expanding funding mechanisms, and strengthening technical support networks. Overall, the document serves as a resource to guide practitioners, policymakers, and advocates in building more equitable and sustainable urban-agriculture systems that can support new growers and promote food justice.