On June 28, 1969, the most significant event in the movement for LGBTQ+ rights happened in New York City’s Greenwich Village at the Stonewall Inn. When police raided the bar early that morning, the patrons decided they would no longer accept that their lives were considered illegal. While activism on behalf of LGBTQ+ people was already happening across the country, Stonewall lit the fire.
This is why we celebrate Pride every June.
DPEG Marketing is committed to providing dynamic websites and ongoing original content for farmers anywhere. We would love to work with individuals and organizations focused on equality and acceptance for queer people. Since farms are our passion, here are a few things we can share about the LGBTQ+ world of farming.
Queer Farmers Changing the Landscape
Modern Farmer published an article in early 2022 about the way queer farmers are impacting the industry. There will always be differences between family and smaller farms and big agriculture; right now, many LGBTQ+ farmers are stepping to the forefront. The article showcases Hannah Breckbill and her partner who spearhead Queer Farmer Convergence, showcasing the LGBTQ+ community in farming. The next event will occur in Decorah, Iowa, from September 3-5, 2022.
The article shares several other queer farmers making a difference all over the country.
LGBTQ+ Farms Across the U.S.
- Diaspora Co. is owned and run by queer women of color and based between Oakland, California, and Mumbai, India. Their goal is to decolonize commodity crops, uplift farmers in India, and sell organic spices.
- The Hudson Valley Seed Company was started in 2004 by a librarian looking to create the country’s first seed library. He and his partner grew the business into a lucrative career selling heirloom seeds.
- The TransGenerational Farm was founded in New York City by trans woman Jayne Henson. Her mission is to connect the trans community and educate on farming practices and sustainability.
There are many more fantastic examples; we can’t list them all.
Resources for LGBTQ+ Farmers
In our research, we were surprised to discover that the USDA promotes its many resources to the LGBTQ+ community. Disaster recovery assistance, loans, farm insurance, conservation assistance, and safety net programs exist. They can even help with the legal ownership of inherited land if there are complications.
Say it Loud and Proud
DPEG Marketing Company is a part of the community, and we would love to partner with our pride family. Our marketing team of LGBTQ+ and allies want to see everyone succeed in their farm business. We can help.
Work with a dedicated marketing company to develop a custom and dynamic website for you. With graphic design and original content, your site will be optimized for your audience. We can create a marketing plan showcasing who you are and what you do.
DPEG Marketing Company has 8 spots open for website design in 2022. We partner with farm and equine businesses to help them grow.
Contact us for a FREE consultation by emailing [email protected] or calling (828) 333-3816.
