When I traded my corporate life in New York for our family ranch in East Texas, I made a commitment to transform agriculture from the ground up. As one of the few female Black ranchers in America, I knew our operation had to do more than produce quality beef–we needed to open doors for future generations of diverse agricultural leaders. Today, as a Black-owned ranch blending traditional farming with modern business practices, we're actively working to strengthen equity in agriculture through...

As the first light of dawn breaks over Caney Creek Ranch, the vast expanse of land stretches out before me, a testament to the enduring spirit of agricultural communities in the great state of Texas. The morning dew on the grass, the distant lowing of cattle– these simple things remind me daily of the profound responsibility we hold to the land. But beyond the boundaries of our ranch, I also see a landscape of challenges facing small farmers and ranchers, especially those from...

When I left my corporate job in New York City to return to East Texas and manage my family's ranch in 2007, I knew I was embarking on a journey that would challenge and transform me. What I didn't realize was how this decision would put me at the forefront of a critical movement in agriculture: sustainable and regenerative ranching.
As CEO of Ratcliff Premium Meats and manager of Caney Creek Ranch, I've witnessed firsthand the pressing need for more climate-conscious practices in the livestock...