Once upon a time over 14% (The 1920's) of US farmers where black, now its well under 1%. Documentary maker David Snider follows photographer John Ficara as he takes images for his "American Black Farmer Project.

"They only lend you enough money to get in touble, they know it, they loan you the money to fail, you know" ... Willie Adams (farmer)

Watch  40 Acres and a Dream atThe Photography Channel website.