No Capitalism In the Farm

Black farmers exist and people like Nyema Clark, Director and Founder of Nurturing Roots Farm, believe that everyone should be able to grow their own food. That’s why in 2016 she decided to transition from the cannabis world to growing herbs, fruits and vegetables. Through the Nurturing Roots non-profit program, she is committed to addressing food justice disparities in the community. Throughout these years, Nurturing Roots Farm has brought the community together by providing volunteering opportunities, hosting various events, and partnering with local restaurants. In bringing individuals and organizations together, they are able to learn about environmental justice and food systems that directly impact our community.

With the help of St. Joseph Parish in Capitol Hill Seattle, Nyema was able to build a greenhouse at Nurturing Roots Farm located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Seattle which has allowed her to provide even more local produce to the community. “My mother and grandmother live in the neighborhood and it feels like they’re the last ones left,” she explained. For many Black people, ownership and building a sustainable business is at the forefront of their minds. Accessibility is big for Nyema. “We are currently seeking out over 300 acres of land in Auburn,” she shared. With this level of expansion they will be able to serve the greater community, especially for underserved communities. As a Black female entrepreneur, Nyema is keen on understanding her ancestral roots and how her ancestors dominated in farms and were able to nourish their homes with homegrown food. Her mission is to empower other people, especially Black people to understand what power they have in making healthy and sustainable food decisions by learning how to farm themselves.

For Nurturing Roots, their mantra is “no capitalism in the farm.” Every year, TONS of food is wasted and hundreds of thousands of people go hungry every day. We don’t have a food shortage issue; what we have is an accessibility issue. But, when we can empower and educate more people about the benefits of growing their own food, that will lessen the gap between the haves and the have nots. Nyema and her team at the farm are committed to doing just that.

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