09/09/2023
Equitable Harvest and the Black Farmers Initiative is a groundbreaking collaboration making important strides toward rectifying historical injustices and ensuring a brighter future for Black farmers.
Agriculture has been a cornerstone of our nation’s growth and prosperity, yet Black farmers have faced systemic discrimination and unequal access to resources for far too long. The initiative promises an unwavering commitment to establishing a comprehensive and long-term program crucial to the future of farming. It presents a unique opportunity to address these disparities by providing support to uplift Black farmers and educate the public on the importance of diverse food sourcing.
Stanford Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE) is proud to collaborate with Black farms in the Bay Area and Central Valley through the Equitable Harvest and the Black Farmers Initiative. We hope to expose Black farms to larger buyers and provide support to encourage their success while empowering foodservice purchasing departments to think local and support Black producers.
We're here to shine a light on the incredible resilience and dedication of Black farmers who have tilled the soil, sown the seeds, and nourished their communities for generations.
is all about celebrating their unwavering commitment to agriculture, supporting their endeavors, and ensuring their story is heard.
Together, we can help these hardworking individuals flourish and grow.
Learn More at: rde.stanford.edu/equitable-harvest/black-farmers-initiative
