Africulture

Michael Carter presents a bold and timely history in Africulture, Volume 1, which illuminates the massive contributions made to US agriculture through African expertise and innovation. This work explores how African-centered perspectives and agricultural techniques shaped the foundation of the American landscape. Through the lens of a leading Black farmer, the text examines the lives of innovators like Henry Blair and Dr. George Washington Carver while addressing the sobering decline of Black farmers over the last century.

This comprehensive study within the agricultural sciences and cultural studies categories blends history with practical regenerative agriculture. Carter utilizes the life cycle of a plant as a metaphor for individual and community growth, connecting soil health to social stability. The narrative covers sustainable agriculture practices, including organic growing and no-till methods, alongside principles of stewardship and cooperative economics. Africulture, Volume 1, serves as a vital reference for those studying sociology, rural history, and ethnic studies.