07/01/2025
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BUGs is coming to the D!
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It’s that time, fam.
The 13th Annual Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners (BUGs) Conference is happening October 3 to 5, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan. We’re taking it to the Motor City.
BUGs is the largest national gathering for Black farmers, growers, land stewards, and food justice organizers. Every year, we show up, show out, and build together. Detroit has a long and powerful history of Black self-determination, organizing, and land. We’re honored to bring the conference to a city that knows what it means to build and sustain community. This year’s conference will be held at the University of Detroit Mercy.
You can expect:
✔️ Hands-on workshops covering everything from soil health to financial sustainability
✔️ A keynote lineup that addresses land, legacy, and liberation
✔️ Local farm tours and site visits throughout Detroit
✔️ Cultural experiences, and our annual Saturday night party
✔️ Authentic conversations, strategic planning, and community building
This isn’t just a conference. It’s a homecoming. It’s a space to reconnect, sharpen our skills, and advance this movement. It’s where our stories and futures come alive.
When: October 3-5, 2025
Where: University of Detroit Mercy
4001 W. McNichols Rd.
Detroit, MI 48221
More information will be available soon—registration, travel details, vendor calls, volunteer opportunities, and more.
For now: save the date. Tell your crew. We look forward to seeing you in Detroit.
