Pasture Forward: Legacy of Black Cattle Farmers in Louisiana

Pasture Forward is a documentary that explores the legacy, resilience, and generational wisdom of Black cattle farmers in Louisiana and Mississippi. Through intimate interviews and scenes from daily life on the land, the film highlights how these farmers sustain traditions that stretch back generations while navigating modern challenges such as land loss, market access, and climate pressures. Centered on family, faith, and stewardship, the documentary reveals how cattle farming is more than a livelihood—it is a form of cultural preservation and resistance. Pasture Forward honors the voices of Black farmers who continue to cultivate land, community, and legacy in the rural South.