Boyd, John Jr.
1965- · Contribution: 1995
Founded the National Black Farmers Association; agricultural policy advocacy
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Impact on the world
His advocacy work led to significant USDA policy reforms and financial settlements addressing historical discrimination against Black farmers in federal agricultural lending.
Life & background
A fourth-generation Black farmer, Boyd founded the National Black Farmers Association in 1995 after experiencing and witnessing discriminatory treatment from the USDA, leading a decades-long advocacy effort that contributed to federal policy reforms and compensation for Black farmers.
Sources
- AgHires; Encyclopedia.com (Contemporary Black Biography)
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