The Urban Foraging Trend: Nature's Bounty and Legal Boundaries

This chapter explores the rising popularity of wild harvesting in urban China, celebrating the connection to nature it fosters while examining legal implications. It discusses the benefits of foraging, organized group activities, and the importance of responsible practices amid potential risks, such as misidentification of plants. Additionally, the chapter highlights differences in foraging regulations globally, emphasizing the need for ecological respect and the idea of experiencing nature without physical possession.