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We are a farmer-centered organization welcoming all who wish to implement, expand, and support sustainable agricultural practices in the state of Alabama. We prioritize the perspectives of BIPOC, women, LGBTQ+, and other underrepresented farmers who root their livelihoods in sustainable agriculture. To move forward successfully, we partner with consumers, advocates, and other organizations committed to supporting the Alabama food system, sustainability, and environmental justice.
Network & Community
Connect with a statewide network of like-minded farmers, advocates, and supporters who share your commitment to sustainable agriculture and social justice.
Educational Resources
Access hands-on training, workshops, and practical resources designed to help you implement and expand sustainable farming practices.
Advocacy & Voice
Join a collective voice working to shape policies and systems that support sustainable agriculture and advance equity in Alabama’s food system.
Who We Are
Professional Team
Alan Gurganus
Executive Director
Rachel DeBose
Manager of Farmer Programs
Board Members
Emma Busby
President
Schoolyard Roots, Tuscaloosa
Sarah Bell
Vice President
National Young Farmers Federal Policy Committee / USDA Advisory Committee on Minority Farmers, Adamsville
Catherine Rider
Secretary
Freelance Writer and Environmentalist, Andalusia
Marie McGruder
Treasurer
McGruder Farms, Sawyerville
Holt Akers-Campbell
Alabama Cooperative Extension, Birmingham
Eric Ball
Auburn Rural Studio, Greensboro
Marguerite McClintock
Alchemy Farms & Plants, Owens Cross Roads
Bob Nesbitt
Birmingham, AL
Phyllis Light
The Appalachian Center for Natural Health, Arab
Elisa Muñoz
Louisiana Food Policy Action Council, Huntsville
Gregory Smith
Tuskegee, AL