About Us

About CBFC

The California Black Farmers Conference is a powerful new statewide gathering of Black farmers, land stewards, ranchers, food system leaders, students, and their allies. Hosted annually in California, CBFC creates a space for learning, celebration, and connection through workshops, keynote speakers, youth programming, farmers markets, and hands-on sessions. Rooted in food sovereignty, land justice, and intergenerational knowledge, CBFC cultivates community and leadership in the movement toward an equitable, sustainable, and agricultural future.

Registration opens in May.

CBFC Mission

The California Black Farmers Conference is a statewide gathering dedicated to bringing together Black farmers, land stewards, food system leaders, students, and their allies to advance land access, food sovereignty, and equitable investment in California’s agricultural future.

CBFC Vison

We envision a future where Black farmers thrive, land is reclaimed, and food systems are just and sustainable.

Meet CBFC Team

Sheyna Burns

Executive Director

Sheyna is a longtime advocate for land justice and food sovereignty. With a deep background in community organizing and sustainable agriculture, she leads the vision and strategy for the California Black Farmers Conference.