Educating the Next Generation of Florida Black Farmers to Thrive
Florida Chapter of Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association
BFAA – FL was founded in 2011 to help black farmers remain financially viable in order to maintain and keep their farms and land. The Pigford and Black Farmer’s lawsuits recognized that black farmers have been systematically discriminated against and that this discrimination has resulted in outright devastation and destruction to the number of black farmers nationwide. At the forefront of our organization is the mission of rebuilding black farmers so that they not only can survive but thrive.
Our education and outreach initiatives are centered around:
- teaching members modern farming techniques;
- providing financial planning and awareness;
- advocating for changes in laws that continue to discriminate against minorities;
- educating members regarding legal issues;
- direct farm-to-customer selling techniques; and
- advising members regarding new crops.
Addressing Farmer Concerns
- Black Land Loss
- Black Farmers Lawsuit
- Hemp Farming
- Biotechnology in the 21st Century
- Farm Funding
- Network Buying Club
- Black Youth Development
Member Benefits
- Technical Assistance
- Discounted Products
- Banking/Loan Preference
- Grant Funding
- Free Marketing Promotions
- Newsletter
- Discount Card
Organization Structure
BFAA-Florida Chapter Inc. is a nonprofit corporation organized as a 501(c)(3) entity.
LEGACY: Next Generation Black Farmers Understanding Our History
Our Commitment
We are committed to sustainable farming and innovative agriculture practices which preserve the cultural and biological diversity, the ecological balance of the local environment. With a core focus on family, we offer direct and extended support in the following service areas:
- Membership/Technical Assistance
- Marketing and Logistics
- Advocacy
- Health & Wellness
- Farm Funding Options/Micro-lending
- New Farmers Support
- Pop-Up Farmers Market
Help a farmer out:
Help save 4th Generation Farm
Although, he is not a member of BFAA but a family in need..
Disclaimer: BFAA-FL’s mission is to help farmers in need, we have been made aware of the situation and we are communicating the need.
Ronald Coleman: Cottage Grove, TN
My name is Ron and I’m seeking help to save my family farm. This farm has been in my family for 4 generations and to lose it would be devastating. For the last several years, farming has been far from easy. From losing cattle unexpectedly due to sickness to most recently, on December 10, 2021, a tornado touched down and destroyed a lot. I have done my best to stay afloat so I wouldn’t have sell this land that my family worked so far. With this money I will be able to rebuild what has been taken away. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Health and Wellness
We believe no family deserves to go hungry, and no food should end up in a landfill. This is why we hope to distribute fresh food across our great city for free. Your support will help us donate fresh fruits and vegetables from Florida’s farmers and putting it into the hands of the hundreds of low-income families in need of nutritious food.
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Special Events
Friday, 12 June 2020 @ 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Ag Outlook Webinar
We will be hosting a free webinar on Friday, June 12, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. (EDT). Purdue agricultural economists Michael Langemeier and James Mintert will provide an updated ag outlook, which includes information from USDA’s June World Ag Supply & Demand (WASDE) report.
Registration is free and can be submitted with the form on this page. Registered participants will receive a confirmation email with a link to view the webinar live at its scheduled time. Those unable to join live can register to receive a follow-up email after the webinar to download the slides and view the recording at their convenience.
Corn and Soybean Price Outlook
26 -28 Jan 2021
International Production & Processing Expo 2021 Atlanta, Georgia
“World’s Largest Trade Show for Poultry, Meat and Feed Industry”
The International Production and Processing Expo is the worlds largest poultry, meat, and feed industry event of its kind. It will focus on Innovation bringing together buyers and sellers of the latest technology of products and services to make your business successful.
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Black-owned farmland could expand sevenfold under a bill filed by three Democratic senators on Thursday to reverse decades of discriminatory practices by the Agriculture Department, sometimes called “the last plantation.” The Justice for Black Farmers Act would enable Black farmers to acquire up to 160 acres apiece at no charge through a USDA system of land grants.
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