Black Women in Food Industry Report

Closing the gap in data, resources, and support for Black women entrepreneurs across the U.S. food landscape.

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Led by Black Women in Food in partnership with Dr. Lilly Jan and Emma Roder at Cornell University, this study helps fill critical gaps in industry data while elevating the voices of Black women building across the food sector.

Inside the Report

Real Experiences

Captures authentic entrepreneurship realities and the specific structural challenges shaping growth today, drawn directly from survey responses collected between April and July 2025.

Data-Driven Methodology

Utilizes a descriptive, cross-sectional approach to identify clear patterns in entrepreneurial models, funding strategies, and true operational scale.

Actionable Insights

Built for everyone. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, funder, policymaker, or advocate, this report provides the insights needed to inform more equitable support systems.