Systematic Literature Review: Sustaining Growth through Community Gardens to Address Food Security and Malnutrition in Sarangani Province (KEY IJP************880)

• Khristian Henri F. Alonzo

Abstract

Malnutrition remains one of the biggest problems in Sarangani Province, Mindanao. This is especially true for children under five, who are not getting enough food because of poor farming practices, outmoded farming methods, and issues caused by climate change. Proposals suggest that community gardens can enhance food security and nutrition for vulnerable groups. However, their effectiveness remains underexplored. The present systematic literature review will assess the existing body of evidence regarding the impact of community gardens on food security and nutrition, focusing particularly on rural, underserved areas like Sarangani Province. The review will compile results from a variety of studies that look into the role of community gardening in alleviating malnutrition and improving child health. The review will look at peer-reviewed literature and reports to try to outline new trends, issues, and future strategies. It will do this by looking at the current situation and pointing out possible and future paths that can lead to more interventions and policy packages that aim to improve nutrition and food security in areas with similar problems.