In-depth: Here is what the future of Black farming looks like in Florida
More Black people are deciding to get into farming
In depth: Future of Black farming industry
Posted at 6:35 PM, Jan 22, 2021
and last updated 7:10 PM, Jan 22, 2021
TAMPA, Fla. — Last week we brought you an in-depth report about Black farmer’s complaints of racism and a history of discriminatory practices in the agriculture industry. This week, we’re focusing on the future of Black farming in our area.
ABC Action News in-depth reporter Anthony Hill spoke with young, Black farmers and he’s also digging deeper to find out what’s being done to give the next generation of Black farmers the tools they need to excel.
Black farmers have long complained that racism and discriminatory practices are leading to the disappearance of Black farmers in our area, but that’s not stopping a new generation of Black farmers from learning the trade.
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