The Black Farmers Learn educational subsidy will pay tuition or registration fees of up to $500 for Black farmers or land stewards who wish to expand their knowledge or skills via a self-identified training program. This program honors education from structured sources available to the public; this includes schools, farming institutions, land or agricultural collectives, and conferences or training that offer to deepen skills and increase farming capacity. As these members remain in our community, the knowledge gained will impact others, offering the benefits exponentially. Apply during the first week of every month!
Enhance your skills, expand your farming capacity, and contribute to your community by sharing the knowledge you gain!
Key Details:
Eligibility: Black farmers or land stewards who are NEFOC Network Members pursuing publicly available, structured education programs.
Land Steward: Someone who devotes a significant portion of their time to care for land in a way that is in sync with ecosystem restoration, climate healing, and cultural preservation.
Farmer: A person who is making the day-to-day operating decisions on a farm or spending half of their time cultivating the land.
Funding: Covers tuition/registration fees only (not travel, food, or lodging).
Application Period: Open during the first week of every month.
For questions or assistance, email: blacklandstewardship@nefoclandtrust.org
Take the next step in your agricultural journey—apply now! 🌱
“This training has reinforced my advocacy for policy changes that support small and cooperative farming models, highlighting the need for accessible, culturally relevant food safety education. It has deepened my belief that food sovereignty and safety must go hand in hand—that protecting our communities means not only growing food sustainably but also ensuring that it is safe, nourishing, and rooted in ancestral and land-based knowledge.”
Farmer D'Real Graham, BFL recipient