<p>This inspiring episode captures how an accidental discovery turned into a community-driven vision for sustainable farming for landowners Sheila Lewis Collins and Donnie Turner–assisted by Deron Lacey, executive director at LRLEAN, an SFLR member site. The trio discuss land clearing challenges, SFLR's pivotal support and their vision for a farm that feeds families and uplifts the region.</p>

This inspiring episode captures how an accidental discovery turned into a community-driven vision for sustainable farming for landowners Sheila Lewis Collins and Donnie Turner–assisted by Deron Lacey, executive director at LRLEAN, an SFLR member site. The trio discuss land clearing challenges, SFLR's pivotal support and their vision for a farm that feeds families and uplifts the region.

Alabama Rising: A Family’s First Step into Farming

Roots to Resilience is a powerful audio series documenting the lived experiences, challenges and triumphs of African American landowners and advocates across the United States. Presented by the Sustainable Forestry and African American Land Retention Network (SFLR), the podcast journeys across eight network sites, uncovering stories that define what it means to protect legacy, steward land and build generational resilience.

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Alabama Rising: A Family’s First Step into Farming

Alabama Rising: A Family’s First Step into Farming