“So when Black farmers reclaim even an acre, it is worth celebrating. Because while some farmers might just sow seeds, these farmers are sowing hope for their futures.” - The Black Wall Street Times A.Sartain
our mission statement:
Our mission is to build a Black-led food system by developing a cooperative network of food system actors, acquiring and stewarding land, facilitating food system education, and creating space for Black liberation in healing and joy.
Access to green-spaces that honor safety and acceptance, knowledge of growing food and opportunities to connect with communities are key to generating healing.
our collective vision:
We envision Black liberation through food sovereignty, in spaces built on cooperation and interconnectedness with the environment and the community, where our knowledge and creativity are boundless.
Our Farm-Story:
The vision of Black Farmers Collective (BFC) was first conceived in 2016 amongst a group of community members alongside BFC’s Co-Founder, Raymond Williams. Williams - known for his murmuring across communities - would often suggest, “one of the best things you can do for your health is to grow a little bit of your own food!” That’s exactly what he set out to do.
