Support and Help John Boyd Save American Farmers

John W. Boyd, Jr, is a 4th generation Farmer in Boydton, VA. Boyd is Founder and President of the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) that provides advocacy, outreach and direct technical assistance for farmers, ranchers and producers.

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Boyd Sounds Alarm and Seeks Support as American Farmers and Ranchers Face Bankruptcy and Foreclosure With Planting Season Upon Us

President Trump and the Trump Administration 2.0 is creating a financial crisis for American Farmers. Trump’s FREEZE on government funding has resulted in non-payment to 1,000s of family farms. This action is having a devastating impact on farmers and ranchers. When farmers are unable to make loan payments, they may lose their land and equipment, forcing them out of business. This can have a ripple effect across the entire country, as it can lead to job losses and a decline in the local and national economy.

In addition, non-payment can make it difficult for farmers to obtain credit in the future, which can make it even more difficult for them to recover from financial setbacks.

Here are some of the specific ways that non-payment can affect farmers:

Loss of land and equipment: When farmers are unable to make loan payments, they may be forced to sell their land and equipment in order to repay their debts. This can be a devastating blow, as it can make it impossible for them to continue farming.

Loss of income: When farmers lose their land and equipment, they also lose their source of income. This can make it difficult for them to support themselves and their families.

Difficulty obtaining credit: Farmers who have a history of non-payment may find it difficult to obtain credit in the future. This can make it difficult for them to purchase new land and equipment, or to invest in their operations.

Stress and anxiety: Non-payment can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety for farmers and their families. This can lead to health problems and other issues.

In addition to a freeze on governmental loans, grants and financial assistance to American farmers resulting in nonpayments, Trump has issued an executive order to reverse the climate policy put in place by President Biden in 2021 and once again imposed tariffs on China.

1. Weather-Related Challenges

Extreme Weather Events: Climate change is leading to more frequent and intense extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, storms, and heatwaves. These events can damage crops, reduce yields, and disrupt planting and harvesting schedules.

Unpredictable Weather Patterns: Even without extreme events, unpredictable weather patterns can make it difficult for farmers to plan and manage their operations effectively. This can lead to increased risks and potential losses.

2. Trade Disputes and Tariffs

Retaliatory Tariffs: When countries impose tariffs on each other's goods, it can lead to retaliatory measures that target agricultural products. This can disrupt export markets and depress prices for farmers.

Loss of Export Markets: Trade disputes can lead to the loss of key export markets for U.S. agricultural products. This can create an oversupply in the domestic market, further driving down prices.

3. Financial Crisis

The combination of these factors has created a "State of Emergency" for farmers. Lower prices, weather challenges, and trade disruptions can all compound each other, making it extremely difficult for farmers to remain profitable. We are experiencing financial hardships, increased stress, and even farm closures.

Overall, farmers are facing a complex and challenging environment. While some factors are beyond their control, President Trump and his White House Political Advisor Stephen Miller have once again jeopardized the lives and livelihood of America’s farmers. Do we need to remind America that in 2019 amid Trump Tariffs, farm bankruptcies surged 24% and suicides rose?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/chuckjones/2019/08/30/amid-trump-tariffs-farm-bankruptcies-and-suicides-rise/

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-10-30/u-s-farm-bankruptcies-surge-24-on-strain-from-trump-trade-war

During Jim Crow, discriminatory and predatory practices from the USDA robbed Black farmers and farmers of color of their farms. The loss of this land ownership continues to be seen and felt in our communities today. The recent changes by President Donald Trump to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs and policies are a continuation of Jim Crow practices in the modern era.

Help Team Boyd Save American Farmers!

John W. Boyd, Jr. and his wife, Kara Brewer Boyd, are activists who fight for farmers' rights and have dedicated their lives to their work. Unfortunately, with rising costs of fertilizers, agricultural technology, climate change, and lack of congressional action, farmers all over the country are threatened by foreclosures. Farmers are in dire need of your assistance to continue feeding the American people and keeping their homes.

Kara Brewer Boyd is an enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and the founder of the Association of American Indian Farmers (AAIF). Together, they helped organize the National Women's Farming Association (NWFA). The Boyds plan to positively impact the families affected by unfair policies through these organizations.

Follow us on our journey at:

National Black Farmers Association

Association of American Indian Farmers

National Women's Farming Association