BIPOC-Owned Businesses (26)

Akachi Ranch is a small, family-owned business specializing in coastal hay, fish, fresh produce, poultry, and raw honey. But describing the rank as small is being very humble about it, considering what the ranch has. Akachi Ranch raises cattle, chickens, goats, and horses. The ranch has both potbellies and hogs. They also have rabbits, for consumption or for those looking for a pet. If you have a farm or ranch and in need of donkeys to help watch over the cows and goats, you can buy these here. That's not all. They also have catfish, bass, and perch, a honey bee hive, eggs, and a wide assortment of vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, okra, cabbage, onions, grapes, greens, bell peppers, corn, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, and peas. And if all you want is some peace and quiet, Akachi Ranch also offers camp sessions for all ages. Akachi Ranch, which is located in Kennedale, Texas.

Alpha & Omega Farms is a family-owned and operated farm. The specialty of the farm is growing culinary herbs.  The herbs here are organic and grown by hand. Alpha & Omega Farms does not use any pesticide or herbicide. This farm has high standards for quality control because the farm is under the care and management of a professional who was also a long-time safety officer and quality control engineer. Alpha & Omega Farms is located in La Vernia, Texas.  If you want to see how they do things here at Alpha & Omega Farms, feel free to visit. The farm offers daily tours to guests. This way, you get the chance to learn a thing or two, if you are interested in gardening and growing your own food.

Berkshire Farms Winery opened in 2017 after brothers-slash-business owners Jonathan and Jason Jackson of Berkshire Farms wanted to take the experience of eating good meat to a new level and offer spirits that best pair with their farm products. They make wine with an emphasis on craftsmanship, making sure the taste and flavor are exquisite, elegant, and enjoyable. Visit their online store and see some of Berkshire Farms Winery's products including their Almond Sparkling Wine and Peach Sangria. They also have wine pops which are perfect for when it is hot and humid.

The COVID-19 pandemic has filled us with stress and anxiety. As we seek to return back to our normal lives, it is important to shed our emotional, psychological, and mental baggage. A great way to do this is to spend some time at the Blackland Ranch Wholeness Center. This is a holistic retreat center located in Commerce, Texas. Blackland Ranch Wholeness Center offers facility rental and primitive camping. Staying here gives us the chance to center our minds and recharge our batteries. Taking some time for personal healing is an important part of self-love. This can help us live happier and more productive life.

Blodgett Urban Gardens describes itself as "a community garden that harvests fresh fruits, veggies, and smiles." Here, there is weekly gardening, and you can take part in it. So if you have time, why not volunteer? Blodgett Urban Gardens, a non-profit charitable organization, is more than happy to have you. One of the things they teach here is sustainable gardening which you can apply in your garden. If you are looking for produce, go local and buy from them.

Bonton Farms is a 40-acre land located south of Dallas.They raise goats, beehives, and free-range chicken where they get abundant milk, honey, and fresh eggs.The farm cares about the well-being of the community. For this reason, they not only bring healthy food but also offer general health guidance, nutritional counseling, and cooking classes for everyone.Recently, they have opened the Bonton Market so everyone can have one place where people can eat, talk, and shop. The market's goal is to connect communities from Bonton to Dallas.If you want to help support this cause, drop by the market or get the merch sold on their website.

Captain Sin's Wholesale Seafood LLC (a licensed wholesale dealer), based in Fresno, Texas, is a family-owned and operated business providing / delivering only the freshest quality locally sourced seafood to include Live Louisiana Crawfish, Fresh Gulf Shrimp & Crab to our customers at an affordable price. For all pricing, product availability, delivery and inquiries, please contact Captain Sin directly via phone, email, or Instagram [email protected] capt_sin 

Earth Healthy is a family farm in Desoto, Texas that promotes urban farming and gardening. Ensuring access to fresh and healthy food in a sustainable environment. They have a multi-greenhouse complex, committed to the concept of growing organically close to home. They also grow their own soil through a composting and vermiculture process. The owners believe in Will Allen's Growing Power concept. This concept makes them a part of ''the Good Food Revolution that changes how we grow, distributes and eats food so that the process is healthier for the people and the planet". Their two-acre farm consists of 4 hoop houses with one aquaculture system.

Farm Crimson is a family-owned farm in Kaufman, Texas, specializing in grass-fed livestock, free-range fowls, and organic produce. To be more specific, they  have grass fed goats, cows, pigs, and sheep! They also have organic chicken, quail, as well as chicken and duck eggs!  They are very active on their social media sites so be sure to check out their Facebook page for the latest updates on the farm, how to order, and more details! Even if you're not in the same area, it's worth checking out their socials, you never know, you might even learn a thing or two!

Farm to Freezer Meat Company raises and curates cattle which produces high-quality beef. Farm to Freezer Meat is a family-run business that also has hamburger patties, sausages, ribs, and more! You can buy these when they set up shop in local farmers markets. Aside from selling meat from their ranch, they also source directly from Texas ranches to provide some of the best meat cuts this side of the Lone Star State!

The Houston-based company Fresh Life Organic is a real success story because they were able to grow and expand their products and services. They are not just selling farm-fresh produce, but they are also offering consultancy, giving professional tips, and helping out other people in their pursuit of adopting an organic and sustainable approach to life. They are a success story because they were able to positively influence the lives of the people who depend on them. Lastly, they are a success story because the cornerstone of their approach to business is helping the people and helping the community. Great people, great produce, great outlook.

Green Thumb Farming is a suburban micro-farm. Green Thumb Farming practices an environment-friendly approach to farming. This farm is a non-GMO farm. They do not use pesticides here. Green Thumb Farming is located in Pflugerville, Texas. Green Thumb Farming takes time to set up shop in the local farmers market to bring their harvest closer to the consumers. You can easily find them - just look for the stall where there are huge, green leaves and lots of bright, plump red and orange tomatoes, it is probably them!

Heavenly Gardens is an organic garden. Mr. Prevo, the man behind Heavenly Gardens, has been gardening for 40 years. This organic garden is located in San Antonio, Texas. Judging from the very healthy vegetables and flower plants you'll find in the garden should you stop by for a visit, it is clear that Mr. Prevo and his staff are all green thumbs. Did you know that Heavenly Gardens started a hashtag in their Facebook account that showcases what customers have been cooking using vegetables brought from Heavenly Gardens? If you want to see these posts in your newsfeed, simply follow them on their official social media accounts.

Ivy Leaf Farms wanted to be part of the effort for a healthy community. And they want to make sure everyone (and everything) looks good doing that! Ivy Leaf Farms is a community farm. This is a way for the locals to have hope that there are real opportunities for them to have better and more fulfilling lives. Through Ivy Leaf Farms, the community hopes that the problem of hunger and food scarcity is less daunting than before. If you want to help realize this dream for the community, you can buy from them. They sell produce as well as other items like shirts, aprons, and coveralls - perfect for the farmer in you! They also accept donations. Ivy Leaf Farms is located in Houston, Texas.

Milliesbarn Veggie Farm is a 12-acre farm located in Eagle Lake, Texas. If you are looking for a local supplier of locally-grown fruits and vegetables, visit Milliesbarn Veggie Farm. They are part of Texas’ growing community of vegetables and fruits growers. They are growing Mandarin oranges using seeds from the Middle East. They are also growing watermelons and strawberries! As for vegetables, expect them to sell mustard greens, cauliflower, and broccoli. They will also sell cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and red cabbage come harvest season. If you like herbs and herbal flowers, they have lots of hibiscus plants and they are harvesting a lot of hibiscus flowers. You can dry this and use it for tea.

Oatmeal & Company’s artisanal oatmeal is not your ordinary store-bought oatmeal. Each batch is prepared with love, with the ability to convert the oatmeal haters into oatmeal lovers.The small business started when the owner was in the process of preparing overnight oats that her son liked. Since then, the passion project became a small business.Perfect for oatmeal lovers out there, their “super yummy” products come in super unique and amazing flavors like Lemon Lavender, Bananas Foster, Blueberry Cardamom, and Smoked Peach Bourbon. With such one-of-a-kind flavors, their products are worth trying out.Aside from their unique oats, their “amazing customer service” is another highlight of this small business. Run by a mother and son duo, truly makes you feel how much love and passion is used to make their products.Only made with high-quality and organic ingredients, these beautifully curated oats are a healthy and delicious breakfast option.

Most of the time, we fail to notice our everyday problems that affect our state and condition. Take for example being able to sleep peacefully and wake up relaxed and at peace. Many of us find it difficult to fall asleep because of the things that bother us. Others have this problem of waking up feeling heavy as if sleep did not give them the rest they need. This is where Olade Organics can help. Inspired by the healing practices of African Apothecary, Olade Organics prepare herbal blends that can help you improve your energy and overall well-being. Olade Organics can help you get a good night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and energized. This is a great start to achieving optimal wellness. If you are healthy, you are in the position to make yourself successful.

PP Farming Co. is one of the regulars in the local farmers market. The fresh produce they sell there are harvested from the farm, all bounty of the land. They often bring different vegetables - including those big, green leafy vegetables that will surely catch your attention. They also sell tomatoes, root crops, eggs, ground meat (lamb and goat), and many more.

RST Bioscience describes itself as an innovative agriculture consultant, offering services and partnerships. They offer diverse and wide-ranging services from agriculture consulting to sustainable farm conversion and land conservation planning, and more. They also offer a program that is an innovative educational curriculum. The focus of this program is to teach young students and stimulating their sense of wonder about the natural world. Right now, they have existing partnerships with many different farms and gardens in different locations in the US. RST Bioscience is located in Houston, Texas.

Sweetwater Farms HTX is an organic urban farm that has a partnership with the TWEF Urban Garden to teach Ag Tech! They offer seasonal veggies when they're available! They can usually be found at the Heights Mercantile Farmers Market! For farm visits, reach out to them in advance for reservations! For vegetable pre-orders, message them through their wwebsite.

In Edinburg, Terra Preta Farm is a "family farm serving the Rio Grande Valley area. They grow organic vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers". Juan, Shakera, Little Shake, Kanani, and Andres are the family members that manage it. Although they opened for business in November of 2011, they have been in agriculture since 1996. Moreover, they "see soil fertility as the core of successful organic farming", and that's why they work hard in keeping their soil very active and full of minerals. Also, they are offering weekly and biweekly vegetable shares. Check them out at McAllen Farmers' Market on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm. They haven't updated their CSA page since October 2014, contact them directly for more information.

To say that Uncommon Bees is a bee farm makes it sound like all you can expect to buy here is honey. Looking at Uncommon Bee's wide range of products will convince you that they really know what they are doing and that they are very good at it. And very creative and very entrepreneurial too, since they saw this very big potential in a bee farm. They saw the opportunity to produce items you do not typically find in large quantities made by various manufacturers. More than creating a demand, it created an opportunity, so that people can experience it. All of these and keeping the bees' best interest at heart.

Urban Dallas Farm and Rabbitry is an urban farm/community garden in Dallas that practices vermiculture. Aside from rabbits (as stated in their name) they also raise chickens, ducks, quails, and a variety of vegetables! If you're in the big city and you want to try your hand at growing your own veggies (with a little bit of help of course) then reach out to them and reserve a garden plot today! They also plan to hold classes on how to start your own garden so check out their social media page today!

Cynthia H. Lyons opened the Victory Oasis Farm in March 2014 intending to produce food for the heart, mind, and body. With hopes to bring the most environmentally-friendly products, she can satisfy the food needs of locavores in Texas, or those who love locally-grown food. They take care of plants as nature would by doing practices like mulching every plant and giving plants rainwater. Aside from that, they handplant and handpick everything to perfection. The farm is also planting a whole 50-ft row of product which they give away to the poor and misfortunate people. Some of the plants they grow are cucumbers, tomatoes, squash, potatoes, lettuce, okra, kale, cabbage, onions, peas, and greens. She sells these naturally-grown hand-picked at Heart of Texas Farmers Market. "Everything was so fresh yummy!"