We simply love farming.
We are multigenerational producers who advocate for the best interests of Black farmers locally, statewide, and nationally. We promote agriculture in the United States and abroad.
🌱🤝 The National Black Growers Council is proud to continue its impactful partnership with the 1890 Center of Excellence, a collaboration dedicated to cultivating the next generation of Black agricultural leaders.
Through mentorship, workforce development, educational opportunities, and hands-on experiences, the 1890 Center of Excellence continues to play a vital role in empowering young and emerging producers across the country. Together, we are creating pathways for success, strengthening agricultural leadership, and ensuring that future generations of Black farmers and agribusiness professionals have the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the 1890 Center of Excellence for their continued commitment to student success, professional development, and advancing opportunities within agriculture.
Together, we are building stronger leaders, stronger communities, and a stronger future for Black agriculture. 🌾🖤💛
#NBGC #1890CenterOfExcellence #BlackAgriculture #FutureFarmers #YoungProducers AgriculturalLeadership WorkforceDevelopment StudentSuccess BlackFarmers GrowingTheFuture
🌱🤝 The National Black Growers Council is proud to continue its impactful partnership with the 1890 Center of Excellence, a collaboration dedicated to cultivating the next generation of Black agricultural leaders.
Through mentorship, workforce development, educational opportunities, and hands-on experiences, the 1890 Center of Excellence continues to play a vital role in empowering young and emerging producers across the country. Together, we are creating pathways for success, strengthening agricultural leadership, and ensuring that future generations of Black farmers and agribusiness professionals have the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the 1890 Center of Excellence for their continued commitment to student success, professional development, and advancing opportunities within agriculture.
Together, we are building stronger leaders, stronger communities, and a stronger future for Black agriculture. 🌾🖤💛
#NBGC #1890CenterOfExcellence #BlackAgriculture #FutureFarmers #YoungProducers AgriculturalLeadership WorkforceDevelopment StudentSuccess BlackFarmers GrowingTheFuture
Last week, NBGC team member Torre Anderson joined agricultural leaders, growers, researchers, agribusiness professionals, and sustainability partners at Field to Market’s 2026 Annual Meeting in Raleigh, NC. The meeting celebrated 20 years of advancing sustainability in U.S. agriculture while exploring key topics such as risk management, resilience, innovation, and collaboration across the industry.
Throughout the event, Torre participated in discussions on sustainability, research and innovation, grower engagement, agricultural finance, and strengthening partnerships that support the future of agriculture.
Thank you to our partners at Field to Market and RIPE for this opportunity!
#NBGC #FieldToMarket #Sustainability #Agriculture #AgLeadership FutureOfFarming AgriculturalInnovation GrowerSuccess AgCommunity
Last week, NBGC team member Torre Anderson joined agricultural leaders, growers, researchers, agribusiness professionals, and sustainability partners at Field to Market’s 2026 Annual Meeting in Raleigh, NC. The meeting celebrated 20 years of advancing sustainability in U.S. agriculture while exploring key topics such as risk management, resilience, innovation, and collaboration across the industry.
Throughout the event, Torre participated in discussions on sustainability, research and innovation, grower engagement, agricultural finance, and strengthening partnerships that support the future of agriculture.
Thank you to our partners at Field to Market and RIPE for this opportunity!
#NBGC #FieldToMarket #Sustainability #Agriculture #AgLeadership FutureOfFarming AgriculturalInnovation GrowerSuccess AgCommunity
Today marked the first session of the “Lunch & Learn Series” for our 2026 interns!
We were honored to welcome Anne Thompson, Vice President of Young & Beginning Farmer Programs and Industry Outreach with Farm Credit, who shared valuable insights on agricultural finance, cash flow management, risk assessment, and strategies for long-term success in agriculture.
Through engaging discussion, interns gained a deeper understanding of the financial decisions producers face and the importance of planning, risk management, and building resilient agricultural operations.
Thank you to Anne Thompson and Farm Credit for investing your time and expertise into developing the next generation of agricultural leaders. We look forward to continuing our Lunch & Learn Series throughout the summer and expanding our knowledge through conversations with industry professionals.
@farmcredit
#NationalBlackGrowersCouncil #NBGC #FarmCredit #YoungFarmers #FutureAgLeaders Agriculture AgriculturalLeadership LunchAndLearn
Today marked the first session of the “Lunch & Learn Series” for our 2026 interns!
We were honored to welcome Anne Thompson, Vice President of Young & Beginning Farmer Programs and Industry Outreach with Farm Credit, who shared valuable insights on agricultural finance, cash flow management, risk assessment, and strategies for long-term success in agriculture.
Through engaging discussion, interns gained a deeper understanding of the financial decisions producers face and the importance of planning, risk management, and building resilient agricultural operations.
Thank you to Anne Thompson and Farm Credit for investing your time and expertise into developing the next generation of agricultural leaders. We look forward to continuing our Lunch & Learn Series throughout the summer and expanding our knowledge through conversations with industry professionals.
@farmcredit
#NationalBlackGrowersCouncil #NBGC #FarmCredit #YoungFarmers #FutureAgLeaders Agriculture AgriculturalLeadership LunchAndLearn
In the Field with Odis Hill
Dicamba stewardship starts long before the sprayer leaves the shed.
In this week’s episode, Odis Hill shares key considerations for reducing dicamba drift, including:
✔️ Communicating with neighboring farmers
✔️ Monitoring wind speed and direction
✔️ Selecting the right nozzles
✔️ Utilizing approved technologies such as Interlock
✔️ Understanding field positioning and surrounding crop sensitivity
Responsible applications help protect crops, strengthen neighbor relationships, and support successful farming operations.
Watch this week’s In the Field with Odis Hill for practical tips to help make informed application decisions this season.
#InTheFieldWithOdisHill #NBGC #DicambaStewardship #CropProtection #RowCropFarming FarmManagement Agriculture BlackFarmers GrowingTogether FarmingTips
In the Field with Odis Hill
Dicamba stewardship starts long before the sprayer leaves the shed.
In this week’s episode, Odis Hill shares key considerations for reducing dicamba drift, including:
✔️ Communicating with neighboring farmers
✔️ Monitoring wind speed and direction
✔️ Selecting the right nozzles
✔️ Utilizing approved technologies such as Interlock
✔️ Understanding field positioning and surrounding crop sensitivity
Responsible applications help protect crops, strengthen neighbor relationships, and support successful farming operations.
Watch this week’s In the Field with Odis Hill for practical tips to help make informed application decisions this season.
#InTheFieldWithOdisHill #NBGC #DicambaStewardship #CropProtection #RowCropFarming FarmManagement Agriculture BlackFarmers GrowingTogether FarmingTips
🌱🚜 Join Us for NBGC’s Model Farm Field Day! 🚜🌱
Experience a day of learning, networking, and hands-on agriculture hosted by James Davis, a 3rd Generation Farmer, and Bales & Bushels LLC.
📅 June 19, 2026
📍 Vidalia, LA
⏰ Registration: 7:00 AM
✅ Farm Tour
✅ Live Farming Demonstrations
✅ Crop Production Insights
✅ Networking Opportunities
✅ Breakfast & Lunch Provided
📢 REGISTER TODAY THROUGH THIS WEBSITE:
https://nationalblackgrowerscouncil.com
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced multi-generational producer while exploring innovative farming practices and connecting with fellow farmers and agricultural professionals.
#NBGC #NationalBlackGrowersCouncil #ModelFarmFieldDay #BlackFarmers #Agriculture Farming Agribusiness CropProduction FarmEducation LouisianaAgriculture FutureOfFarming 🌾🌱🚜
🌱🚜 Join Us for NBGC’s Model Farm Field Day! 🚜🌱
Experience a day of learning, networking, and hands-on agriculture hosted by James Davis, a 3rd Generation Farmer, and Bales & Bushels LLC.
📅 June 19, 2026
📍 Vidalia, LA
⏰ Registration: 7:00 AM
✅ Farm Tour
✅ Live Farming Demonstrations
✅ Crop Production Insights
✅ Networking Opportunities
✅ Breakfast & Lunch Provided
📢 REGISTER TODAY THROUGH THIS WEBSITE:
https://nationalblackgrowerscouncil.com
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced multi-generational producer while exploring innovative farming practices and connecting with fellow farmers and agricultural professionals.
#NBGC #NationalBlackGrowersCouncil #ModelFarmFieldDay #BlackFarmers #Agriculture Farming Agribusiness CropProduction FarmEducation LouisianaAgriculture FutureOfFarming 🌾🌱🚜
Last week, NBGC had the opportunity to attend the NCGA Women and Mentors Conference and the ACE Conference in Arlington, VA!
As we celebrate the International Year of the Female Farmer, we joined women from across agriculture for a week of self-reflection, goal setting, leadership development, and important conversations around policy, food security, and the future of our industry.
The experience was both empowering and inspiring, reminding us that women’s voices matter and that when we work together in community, we can create meaningful change for agriculture.
A special thank you to Kendra Ricks for organizing another incredible conference and for the support to attend the ACE program.
#WomenInAg #InternationalYearOfTheFemaleFarmer #Agriculture #AgLeadership #FoodSecurity NCGA ACEProgram NBGC WomenWhoLead FutureOfAg 🌾🤝✨
Last week, NBGC had the opportunity to attend the NCGA Women and Mentors Conference and the ACE Conference in Arlington, VA!
As we celebrate the International Year of the Female Farmer, we joined women from across agriculture for a week of self-reflection, goal setting, leadership development, and important conversations around policy, food security, and the future of our industry.
The experience was both empowering and inspiring, reminding us that women’s voices matter and that when we work together in community, we can create meaningful change for agriculture.
A special thank you to Kendra Ricks for organizing another incredible conference and for the support to attend the ACE program.
#WomenInAg #InternationalYearOfTheFemaleFarmer #Agriculture #AgLeadership #FoodSecurity NCGA ACEProgram NBGC WomenWhoLead FutureOfAg 🌾🤝✨
