Food Justice & Policy Advocacy

Access to fresh, healthy food is a fundamental right, yet many urban communities—especially Black, Brown, and low-income neighborhoods—face systemic barriers to food security. At Golden Carat Farms, we work at the intersection of agriculture, policy, and social justice to advocate for equitable food systems and empower communities to take control of their food sources.

• Supporting urban farmers in navigating zoning laws and land-use regulations
• Engaging with policymakers to push for pro-urban farming legislation
• Advocating for fair distribution of government funding, grants, and resources for small-scale and BIPOC farmers
• Providing expert testimony on food justice issues at public hearings and legislative sessions

• Partnering with local organizations to develop community-driven food policy initiatives
• Organizing grassroots campaigns to demand equitable food policies
• Facilitating community meetings and workshops to educate residents on their rights to land, food, and resources
• Helping communities establish food councils and cooperatives to shape local food systems

• Assisting farmers and organizations in acquiring land through city programs, land banks, and public-private partnerships
• Advocating for long-term land security and lease agreements that protect urban farms from displacement
• Working to ensure underutilized public land is repurposed for urban agriculture rather than development projects that don’t serve community needs

• Helping BIPOC farmers and urban agriculture projects gain access to USDA programs and grants
• Addressing historical discrimination in agricultural lending and land ownership
• Connecting urban farmers with technical assistance programs and financial resources

• Hosting workshops on the Farm Bill and its impact on urban farmers
• Teaching community leaders how to engage with policymakers and influence food policy
• Providing training on how to apply for government funding and participate in advocacy efforts