Augusta, Georgia, Area Black Farmers Celebrate Juneteenth 2025

Black Farmers Matter

Black farmers have been the backbone of agricultural innovation and sustainability, despite facing systemic barriers for centuries. Their contributions extend beyond the fields; they embody resilience, community, and cultural heritage. Historically, Black farmers introduced crop rotation and sustainable farming techniques, crucial for environmental stewardship.

Today, supporting Black farmers is pivotal for economic equity and food sovereignty. They play a vital role in addressing food deserts, providing fresh, local produce to underserved communities. Empowering Black farmers also means preserving traditional agricultural knowledge and fostering diverse, resilient food systems.

Moreover, recognizing the importance of Black farmers is a step towards rectifying historical injustices and ensuring equitable access to land and resources. By uplifting Black farmers, we invest in a future where agriculture thrives through diversity, innovation, and sustainability. This Juneteenth, let’s honor and support the enduring legacy of Black farmers who continue to cultivate hope and nourishment for all.

List compiled by Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency. Courtesy of the South Augusta Farmers Market, where we connect and build community through food. Join us every 3rd Friday (& select Saturdays) at the corner of Windsor Spring and Tobacco Roads. http://southaugustamarket.com/ +1 (762) 233-5299

Farm Name (Location) Owner/proprietor

LEGACY FARMER: Addersons Fresh Produce (Keysville GA)

Sam & Loretta Adderson

LEGACY FARMER: Browns Place Farm (Grovetown GA)

W. B. & Lynn Brown

3T's Farm (Lincolnton GA)

Iteago Felton

Belle Terrace Community Garden (Augusta GA)

Chimere Joy Brown 

Black Farm Street (Augusta GA, Bamberg SC)

Lashawndra Robinson

Blossoms Healing (Graniteville SC)

Danielle Presume 

Cherry Gardens (Hephzibah GA)

William & Sara Cherry

The Concrete Farm (Augusta GA)

Lashawndra Robinson – Black Farm Street 

Ebony Tree Farms (Augusta GA)

Fred & Anna Griffin 

Farmer-Musician (Augusta GA)

Kigwana Cherry 

Gloria Manor Organics (Blythe GA)

Natasha Roberson 

Grubbs Garden (Waynesboro GA)

Anthony Grubbs 

Half Of An Army (Hephzibah GA)

Khan Hassan 

Heart & Soil Healing Farm (Hephzibah GA)

Carlatrena Walker 

Hudson Memorial CME Church Community Garden (Augusta GA)

Brendolyn Boseman 

Journey Sherwood Community Garden (Augusta GA)

Keith Walton 

Kingdom Full Gospel Community Garden (Augusta GA)

Connie Williams 

M Latrell Farms (Blythe GA)

ML Chester

M2 Legacy Harvest (Aiken SC)

Takashia Welch

Maverick Skye (Hephzibah GA)

Carolyn Henry

Organic Garden (Hephzibah GA)

 Kaka Echere 

Philpot & Family Farm (Augusta GA)

Calvin Philpot

Samora Farms (Waynesboro GA)

Sam & Ora Haugabook

Someday Mushrooms (Augusta GA)

Cameron Day 

Southern Delight Farms (Hephzibah GA)

Southern UniTea Apothecary (Grovetown GA)

Alyse Neal

Sow Simple Garden (Hephzibah GA)

Celay Graves 

Spice of Life Nursery (Hephzibah GA)

Andrea Townsend 

Starlit Roots (Keysville GA)

Tianna Neal 

Studio Farmer (Augusta GA)

Dan Scott

Urban Grange (Hephzibah GA)

Alesha Gonzales

Vegetable Plate Farmacy (Augusta GA)

Connie Baker 

Wallace’s Farms (Hephzibah/Grovetown GA)

Davon & Brandi Wallace 

WhistleBritches Farm & Gardens (Graniteville SC)

Cynthia G Mitchell