Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners Conference

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02/10/2026

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Looking back on the 13th annual last month, we’re reminded why closing out Sunday together has become a powerful NBFJA ...
11/22/2025

Looking back on the 13th annual last month, we’re reminded why closing out Sunday together has become a powerful NBFJA tradition. Our session, Unyielding: Black Food Sovereignty in Action, brought members, farmers, and organizers into deeper analysis of this moment and renewed our shared commitment to organize, build and resist especially as we face the widening reach of state violence.

Deep gratitude to Carolyn Baker of the for grounding us in Detroit’s organizing legacy and reminding us that liberation is and always will be a collective practice.

As we face these times together, we ask: what new systems of care, cooperation, and sustenance can we build when we trust one another more than the state?
This year’s session, Unyielding: Black Food Sovereignty in Action, brought members and organizers into deeper conversation about conjunctural analysis; and together, we strengthened our commitment to local and regional organizing.

Deep gratitude to Carolyn Baker of the for grounding us in Detroit’s organizing legacy and reminding us that liberation is a collective practice.

🌱 Thank You to Our Heritage Sponsors! 🌱What a weekend, fam! The BUGs Conference wouldn’t be possible without the continu...
10/06/2025

🌱 Thank You to Our Heritage Sponsors! 🌱

What a weekend, fam! The BUGs Conference wouldn’t be possible without the continued support this year's incredible Heritage Sponsors The National Black Food and Justice Alliance and Why Hunger. Your partnership helps us cultivate spaces where learning, healing, and community take root — and ensures that each year’s conference is a powerful, inspiring experience for everyone who attends.

From all of us at BUGs: thank you for investing in Black land stewardship, food sovereignty, and intergenerational connection. Together, we grow stronger. 💚

Hey BUGs fam- we'll see you shortly. But to make your arrival easier, here's what you need to know: Parking at Wayne Sta...
10/04/2025

Hey BUGs fam- we'll see you shortly. But to make your arrival easier, here's what you need to know:

Parking at Wayne State
Parking is available at Parking Structure 1 (Palmer Structure), 450 W. Palmer (between Cass Ave and 3rd Ave).

Enter through Gates 3, 4, or 5.

Cost: $9 per day (credit card only — Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted).

Once parked, follow the signs past the Law School and Damon J. Keith Center. A short walk will bring you right to the McGregor Memorial Conference Center.

Ride Share
If you’re arriving by Lyft/Uber, set your destination as:
McGregor Memorial Conference Center, 495 Gilmour Mall, Detroit, MI 48202.

You’ll be dropped off on W. Ferry Ave near the College of Education. Walk onto Gilmour Mall toward the blue statue — McGregor will be on your right.

We know parking and navigating a new city can be stressful, so we want to keep this simple and clear. Once you arrive, the energy of the BUGs community will take care of the rest.

Safe travels — see you soon!

The lineup is STACKED. 👀The conference schedule just dropped.Check Whova and plan your weekend.
10/03/2025

The lineup is STACKED. 👀
The conference schedule just dropped.
Check Whova and plan your weekend.

BUGs Fam-As we prepare for tomorrow's farm tours, we want to share a few important reminders to ensure that our visits a...
10/02/2025

BUGs Fam-

As we prepare for tomorrow's farm tours, we want to share a few important reminders to ensure that our visits are respectful and sustainable for the farms hosting us.

Getting There: What to Know
Farm tours are only accessible via the BUGs charter buses. This policy is in place to honor the capacity of the farm sites, protect limited parking, and respect the neighborhoods welcoming us. For that reason, please do not drive to the farms on your own or arrive at the pick-up/drop-off location expecting to use personal vehicles for transport.

Sold Out Tours & Waitlist
If a tour is sold out, conference-goers are encouraged to sign up for the waitlist through Whova (more information coming soon) or in person at the conference. You are also welcome to arrive at the pick-up location on Friday morning to join the waitlist in person. Please note: participation is not guaranteed until just before departure, as we will accommodate attendees with tickets first.

We appreciate your cooperation in following these guidelines. By traveling together, we can honor the farms’ capacity, maintain good relationships with our community partners, and ensure everyone has a safe and meaningful experience.

With gratitude,
The BUGs Conference Team

09/30/2025

Last year’s energy was unmatched—and we’re doing it all again in just THREE days. ✨

If you’re anywhere near Detroit 👀 , this is your sign to make the road trip. Wayne State University is calling, and the BUGs conference is waiting.

We'll see you on the 3rd!

09/27/2025

You can’t explain what the conference feels like...you have to feel it.

Jeremy puts the energy of the conference into words better than we ever could. Press play and see why our community matters AND why we can't wait to see ya'll next week.

Want the inside scoop on BUGs 2025? You’ll only find it on Whova, the official BUGs 2025 conference app. 📲If you’re not ...
09/25/2025

Want the inside scoop on BUGs 2025? You’ll only find it on Whova, the official BUGs 2025 conference app. 📲

If you’re not on Whova, here’s what you’ll miss:
🌱 First look at the full schedule (before anyone else sees it)
🤝 The chance to connect with other attendees and set up meetups in Detroit
📂 Access to workshop materials and resources you can’t get anywhere else
🎉 Real-time updates, announcements, and opportunities all weekend long

Whova is more than an app — it’s how you stay in the loop. Don’t be the person who hears about something after it’s already over.

We are honored to announce the keynote speaker for the 13th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGs) Conference: Te...
09/24/2025

We are honored to announce the keynote speaker for the 13th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGs) Conference: Tepfirah Rushdan 🌱✨

Rooted in Detroit’s fight for land, food, and environmental justice, Tepfirah has spent more than 15 years leading organizations including Greening of Detroit, Keep Growing Detroit, Sowin’ Seeds Community Garden, Black to the Land Coalition, Detroit People’s Food Coop, and the Detroit Black Farmer Land Fund.

In 2023, she became Detroit’s first Director of Urban Agriculture, and today, as Director of the Office of Sustainability, she ensures that farmers remain central to the city’s climate and resilience strategy. Through the Detroit Black Farmer Land Fund, she has helped secure nearly 19 acres of land for 80 Black farmers — a revolutionary act of Black liberation and food sovereignty.

Her leadership embodies the spirit of BUGs, and we cannot wait to welcome her to the keynote stage. Join us in Detroit, October 3–5, to hear her vision for the future.

🎟️ Tickets: https://loom.ly/QV83USE

Headed to Detroit for the conference? We’ve gathered affordable lodging options to help make your trip smoother: https:/...
09/24/2025

Headed to Detroit for the conference? We’ve gathered affordable lodging options to help make your trip smoother: https://loom.ly/HH_0X5Y

Pro tip: check the travel time from your stay to Wayne State University and our event locations so you don’t miss a moment of the conference.

📍 Oct 3–5 | Detroit | Wayne State University

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