RAFI Staff

644 posts

#TakeActionTuesday: Did you know Juneteenth is this Saturday?

June 15, 2021
Juneteenth is a reminder of the larger struggle of resistance and determination that is evident in Black communities on a daily basis, notably with Black farmers. Today, as BIPOC farmers fight for debt relief from years of systematic discrimination, we remember that this holiday is also an appreciation for the long struggle Black people have endured in this county, even in the midst of complicated histories and intentions.
Read >

Announcing 50 Grantees for 2021 Farmers of Color Network Infrastructure Grants

May 3, 2021
RAFI-USA is pleased to announce the recipients of its Farmers of Color Network Infrastructure Fund grants. In 2021, the fund awarded $369,200 to 50 grantees across 10 states. The grant program, now in its second year, provides grants of up to $10,000 for farm infrastructure, processing and refrigeration, or collaborative projects with multiple farmers.
Read >

Ergibe Boyd

April 21, 2021
Ergibe Boyd of Queen of Greens Farm is increasing their processing and selling capabilities by purchasing post-harvest equipment and starting a mobile coolbot for market days.
Read >

Ty Boyd

April 21, 2021
Ty Boyd of Cherokee Agriculture Company in Bryson City, NC is improving their growing capabilities in order to have a bigger impact on the health of the Cherokee Community.
Read >

Thomas Bradley

April 21, 2021
Thomas Bradley of Bradley Farm's project Traditional 3 Sisters Cropping Expansion is aimed at increasing farm efficiency, increasing production and to better preserving culture.
Read >

Leonard Brown

April 21, 2021
Leonard Brown of Brown’s Farm is expanding their operation to allow for expedient, mass-producing of mushrooms on the farm.
Read >

Yvette Browne

April 21, 2021
Yvette Brown of Sejah Farm is purchasing a farm water purification unit to provide safe, clean water for processing all produce harvested on the farm.
Read >