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In-depth: How the government plans on helping Black farmers maintain their land
Government to forgive up to 120% of loans of farmers of color
Black farmers have long complained of institutional racism and an environment that makes it harder for them to work. Now, the government is stepping in and trying to save as many farmers of color as possible through debt relief.
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The difficulties of being a Black farmer â itâs something weâve covered in-depth here on ABC Action News during the past few months. Black farmers have long complained of institutional racism and an environment that makes it harder for them to work. Now, the government is stepping in and trying to save as many farmers of color as possible through debt relief.
Black farmers in our area say long legacy of institutional racism has led to their disappearance
74% decrease in Black farmers in Florida over past 100 years
Many Black farmers in our area say theyâre struggling to survive and itâs not just because of the pandemic. They say racism and discriminatory practices in the farming industry have made it impossible to stay afloat.
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BROOKSVILLE, Fla. â Many Black farmers in our area say theyâre struggling to survive and itâs not just because of the pandemic. They say racism and discriminatory practices in the farming industry have made it impossible to stay afloat.