Our Partners
Growing Together
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2026 • DOWNTOWN OZARK, ALABAMA
The collard greens at the heart of the Ozark Collard Green Festival grow from a wider effort to teach, share resources, and create opportunities for farmers.
Joyful F.A.R.M.S. works with agricultural, educational, and community organizations to demonstrate how it grows collard greens, including through high tunnel production. Meet the organizations helping connect that work to the festival and to beginning farmers.
NRCS
Joyful F.A.R.M.S. uses a high tunnel to grow collard greens and demonstrate protected growing practices. Work with the Natural Resources Conservation Service helps connect the farm with conservation resources and high tunnel support.
USDA
Joyful F.A.R.M.S. has shared its high tunnel growing approach with USDA representatives and reports recognition for its high tunnel practices. The farm tour gives visitors a close look at how those practices are used to grow collard greens.
USDA Faith Based Outreach
USDA faith based outreach has worked with Joyful F.A.R.M.S. to connect farmers and communities with information and resources. That shared commitment helps bring agricultural education to people who may face barriers to getting started.
JBW Farms Fresh
JBW Farms Fresh and Joyful F.A.R.M.S. are collaborating on partnership and funding opportunities. Their work explores ways to strengthen local food systems and expand the reach of farm products and services.
North South Institute
North South Institute is working with Joyful F.A.R.M.S. on the proposed 2026 Beginning Farmer and Rancher Project, a three year federal funding proposal, and support for the 2026 AgVet Project. The collaboration focuses on practical training and opportunities for new farmers and veterans.