EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 23 MIN
Where have all the Black farmers gone?
from The Broadside
A little over a hundred years ago, there was an abundance of Black farmers in the U.S., and the vast majority of them farmed in the South. But today, less than 2% of farmers are Black, and what was once a flourishing vocation in Black America has now become something of a novelty. Yet despite decades of decline and documented discrimination, Black farmers are finding ways to thrive as they inspire the next generation of growers.Featuring:Shirlette Ammons, creator of the podcast series TendingAallyah Wright, rural issues reporter for Capital B NewsLinks:You can listen to Tending here.Check out Aallyah Wright’s reporting on USDA policy changes and Rev. Bennie Brown in Jonestown, MS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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