Posts Tagged ‘Black farmers’
How many Black farmers are there in the US? Why we doubt the government stats
The USDA’s agricultural census appears to paint a more positive picture of Black farm ownership than exists in reality.
Read More2024 Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners National Conference
Soil & Soul: Forging Urban and Rural Sovereignty is the theme of this year’s conference. Come join us to connect with our Black agrarian family from across the nation in Houston, TX. Through engaging and participatory workshops, panel discussions, farm tours and fun social events, we will take time to honor our past, celebrate our present and dream up the future of Black Food Sovereignty. The conference will provide hands-on, skill-building workshops on sustainable agriculture education including soil health, land reclamation, financial literacy, seeds saving, and other related topics.
Read MoreUSDA Announces $2 Billion Settlement For Black And Minority Farmers
The USDA has reached a $2.2 billion settlement to compensate Black and other minority farmers who faced years of systemic discrimination.
Read MoreBlack farmers’ association calls for Tractor Supply CEO’s resignation after company cuts DEI efforts
While Tractor Supply Company has bowed to conservative customers, another group sees the offense in such actions.
Read MoreCaring for the Ancestors’ Land
Artist and activist Bevelyn Afor Ukah is on a mission to relieve food insecurity in the Black community by teaching gardening skills in combination with ancestral teachings.
Read MoreNational Black Farmers Conference 2023
The National Black Farmers Association Conference is an interactive two day program providing practical knowledge and direct training to enhance skills, networking, and financial resource capabilities for small, limited resource and socially disadvantaged farmers, ranchers and landowners.
Read More2023 Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners National Conference
Black Urban Growers (BUGs) and our partners are pleased to present the 11th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGS) Conference, convening urban and rural farmers, chefs, food product makers, students, herbalists, nutritionists, consumers, policymakers, educators, activists and organizations from across the country! Come join us to connect with our Black agrarian family from across the nation in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Read MoreBack To The Root 2023 – A Black Grower’s Gathering
Back to the Root is a conference led by and for African and Black- identified farmers, ranchers, urban growers & gardeners, food producers, entrepreneurs, educators, and advocates. We use this annual gathering to network, dig into our history, discuss experiences, learn about opportunities, and build strategies.
Read MoreFederal government taken to court for reworking Black farmers debt relief program
Black farmers are taking a stand against the government, which rescinded funding for Black farmers hard hit by COVID.
Read MoreAirbnb, New Communities Land Trust plan historic experiences on Black farms
A partnership between Airbnb and Georgia farmers invites guests to absorb history, and learn about Black farming while enjoying the country.
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