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A Chicago Farmer Goes To Springfield
BLACK FARMERS l Devonjah Wallace spent part of his childhood in Chicago's Cabrini Green project. After some life struggles, he has found his purpose in urban farming

Bob Benenson
1 day ago7 min read


Farm Aid 2024: Farmer Heroes Reflect Food, Demographic Diversity
FARMS AND FARMERS l Read inspiring and moving stories about the early-stage farmers chosen as Farmer Heroes for Farm Aid Festival 2024...

Bob Benenson
Sep 28, 202410 min read


Women in Agriculture On-Farm Event Coming Up on August 29
WOMEN FARMERS l Local Food Forum support diversity in farming. So we're sharing an upcoming Women in Agriculture event in suburban Chicago..

Bob Benenson
Aug 19, 20241 min read


USDA Sets Payments to Address Farm, Ranch, Forest Discrimination
FARM POLICY l USDA sets payments totaling $2.2 billion to 43,000 farmers who faced discrimination in federal farm, ranch and forest programs

Bob Benenson
Jul 31, 20245 min read


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