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BLAC Re-Membering Podcast
Welcome to the Black Appalachian Coalitions podcast entitled Black Re-Membering, where we will bring to you the heavy and the hope across the Ohio River Valley.
This is a place where we will let our souls wander. A place where we will sit in the ancestral hymns of what continues to be embedded in our soul and keeps us moving. This is a place where we will remind ourselves that we are deeply rooted in the fabric of the Appalachian region and that the Black Voice has something to say.
We want to remember who we are, and where we've come from. We are remembering our Black past and we are rooted, and we are here to stay. Welcome to Black Re-Membering. Here is where we hope that you find your place, your space, and your voice.
BLAC Re-Membering Podcast
Black Agriculture: A Kentucky Farmer's Perspective with Farmer Trevor Brown
In this episode of the Black Re-Membering podcast by the Black Appalachian Coalition, Trevor Brown, also known as Farmer Brown, shares his journey from a musical background to becoming an advocate for environmental science and urban agriculture. Growing up in Kentucky, he experienced a shift in the community atmosphere and emphasized the importance of engaging youth in agriculture. Brown's insight into the lack of diversity in agricultural classes and the need for increased representation in environmental and agricultural fields makes this episode compelling for individuals interested in environmental science and urban agriculture. His emphasis on community impact, childhood memories, and strategies for engaging youth in agriculture offers valuable perspectives for those seeking to inspire positive change in their communities.
The conversation also highlights the economic potential of agriculture, the impact of industrial activities on air quality, and the transformative power of education and mentorship. With a deep understanding of the topic and a professional tone, Trevor Brown's insights provide a thought-provoking exploration of cultural and environmental changes, making this episode a must-listen for those interested in environmental science and community empowerment.
Meet Farmer Brown
AKA Farmer Brown Tha MC, Co-Founder of Black Soil: Our Better Nature is an author, illustrator, musician, & environmental educator.
Claiborn wrote and illustrated his first book “W.A.N.D.A. P. (We Are No Different As People) in 2009. Since then, he has authored more than 23 titles, mostly children’s books. In 2015 while earning his B.S. in Agriculture, Food, and Environment at Kentucky State University Land Grant College, Claiborn created and developed “Farmer Brown Tha MC”.
Through this creation he has conducted more than 230 presentations/workshops in classrooms, churches, community events, and other public venues about agriculture and Ag related careers to tens of thousands of youths and families in Kentucky and across the country.
In 2017 he and partner Ashley Smith co-founded “Black Soil, Our Better Nature, an Agritourism and farm-to-table dinner Ag-business connecting Black farmers and producers with broader urban markets in KY. Since then, Black Soil has generated more than two million dollars as an aggregator within the Ag community with various partnerships opening markets for dozens of local producers and providing locally grown produce options for thousands of families across the commonwealth.
The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.
For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.