Reclaiming A Legacy Often Overlooked



As Black History Month comes to a close, we remember that our history does not fit into 28 days. Black agriculture is Black history. From the brilliance of farmers like George Washington Carver, who revolutionized crop science and soil restoration, to the resilience of families who held on to land through generations despite discrimination, violence, and land loss — our roots run deep.

Black farmers built food systems, cultivated communities, and carried agricultural knowledge from Africa to the Americas. Even through policies that led to massive land dispossession and discrimination by institutions like the United States Department of Agriculture, Black growers have continued to plant, harvest, teach, and lead.



We honor that legacy not just in February — but every time we:

~Support Black-owned farms

~Buy from local Black growers

~Advocate for land access and equity

~Teach the next generation where their food comes from

Black history is living history. It’s in the soil. It’s in the seeds. It’s in the hands that still cultivate the land today.

Celebration does not end March 1st. Commitment does not end March 1st. The work continues — and so does the legacy.

Winter Work, Spring Success



This winter, our team laid the groundwork for a thriving 2026 growing season, carefully planning our gardens to maximize yield, sustainability, and resilience. Through strong community partnerships, we strengthened networks with local farmers, educators, and volunteers, ensuring that knowledge, resources, and support flow freely across our agricultural community. With seeds sown both in the soil and in collaboration, we are poised for a season of abundance, growth, and shared success.



We’re excited to announce new partnerships with JustVeggiez and Wonka’s Harvest! Together, we’ll be working to increase community support for our agriculture programs, which grow and distribute over 5,000 pounds of FREE organic produce to the people we serve. This collaboration will help strengthen food access for Black families in Madison by connecting JustVeggiez and Wonka’s Harvest’s community of supporters with the opportunity to directly invest in our work through their websites - supporting education, advocacy, healing spaces, and pathways for Black growers. We’re grateful to our new partners for joining us in this effort to cultivate equity and nourishment across our community. Follow them on Instagram to learn about upcoming events and markets! @justveggiez @wonkas_harvest

If you are a farm or local business that’s interested in supporting food access for underserved communities, reach out to us at cholman@urbantriage.org to explore how we can work together!

Want to try new seeds this spring? Check out your local library!

Come be a part of the impact. Your time, energy, and heart can help continue to grow.

Fill Out The Volunteer Form Below

The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members. This is a call for action. The collective power of community support is valuable to us. There are a few things you can do to help us continue our agriculture endeavors.

1) Sign up and/or share our program information

2) Donate directly to our agriculture department: Help Our Department Continue its Mission

3) Donate garden tools and accessories to our Park Street office

4) Purchase gift cards for our program participant's needs from our local

garden centers. Mail or drop off .

Klein'sGreenhouses or Jung's Garden Center

5) Volunteer on the farm with us! Contact us at Agriculture Department



Note: You can volunteer with us in any way you choose. It does not have to be laborious farm work. You can help with deliveries, organizing, washing vegetables, etc! There is a place for everyone at the farm