According to Emerging Farmers’ Working Group 2021 Legislative Report, African American/Black population only accounts for 0.03%of Minnesota farmers.
AGAPA is working to increase the participation of African population in farming and food production.
Practical Traditional and Cultural farming
Practical Traditional and Cultural made farming
Practical Traditional and Cultural made farming
Our Pursuit
AGAPA is committed to sustainable farming, tapping into traditional and cultural knowledge and wisdom, and seeking modern technology and research.
Our initiatives go beyond farmer training and advocacy work.
Statistics
| Race | Percentage Minnesota Population | Percentage Minnesota Farmers |
|---|---|---|
| Hispanic/Latino | 5.50% | 0.58% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1.40% | 0.16% |
| Asian | 5.10% | 0.36% |
| African-American/Black | 6.80% | 0.03% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.10% | 0.02% |
| White | 84.10% | 99.16% |
| Multiracial | 2.50% | 0.26% |
**Source: Emerging Farmers’ Working Group 2021 Legislative Report
- Hispanic /Latino
- American Indian
- Asian
- African-American
- Native Hawaiian
- White
- Multiracial
About Us
African Growers and Producers Alliance (AGAPA) is a black-led non-profit organization based in Minnesota. AGAPA is a coalition of seasoned and emerging farmers of African descent and their families who call Minnesota their home away from home.
Our Projects
AGAPA advocates for emerging and future farmers to access farming resources, a top priority. Black farmers face structural barriers in farming, including racism and fighting for farming resources will help produce healthy food for all and culturally relevant foods and livelihood for the African communities, now and into the future.
- Initiatives : AGAPA is committed to sustainable farming, tapping into traditional and cultural knowledge and wisdom, and seeking modern technology and research.
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- Farmer Training
- Farmers Advocacy
Partnership
