Black farmers seek more than debt relief – Politico

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Black farmers have been woefully behind white farmers when it comes to getting direct loans and grants in recent years, a POLITICO analysis of data shows. Advocates for Black farmers say the Agriculture Department needs to be ready to do more to increase equitable access to farm loans and programs.

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