Black farmers finally see justice: Compensation for years of loan denials
For decades, Black farmers in America struggled to obtain the financial aspects needed to keep their farms running. Discriminatory practices within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and local lending institutions created barriers that left farmers unable to reach the necessary funds to invest in equipment, seeds, or essential infrastructure. These practices, which often led to financial ruin, have been acknowledged, and compensation efforts are being taken into effect.