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Gregory Gerami

From Humble Beginnings To Agricultural Innovation: The Gregory Gerami Journey

On the forefront of the Texas industrial hemp industry stands the youngest African American producer and seed seller in the state, Gregory Gerami. This inspiring figure, who overcame a myriad of challenges to become the founder of BAtterson Farms Corp, is championing the cause of sustainable farming and biodegradable hemp products in the Lone Star State.

Born in 1993 into difficult circumstances, Gerami’s life began with the severe trials of opiate addiction and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, leading to a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy, seizure disorder, and severe ADHD. With the fear of blindness and deafness looming, he entered foster care at just ten days old. Fortunately, he found a loving home with his foster mother, who legally adopted him when he was two and a half years old. Armed with hearing aids, an abundance of love, and the expertise of medical professionals, he successfully combatted these afflictions, even achieving superior hearing capabilities.

An unexpected opportunity presented itself in the form of mentoring from the former Mayor of Arlington, Cluck, who instilled in Gerami the principles of civic duty. Concurrently, a local banker from Merrill Lynch took Gerami under his wing, teaching him about investing and the importance of financial responsibility.

Capitalizing on these learnings, Gerami transformed his small-scale lawn care business into a successful property management venture, employing his financial strategies to ensure prosperity. After selling his first company in 2016, he swiftly founded Batterson Southeast Capital Group, an investment consulting firm based in Alabama, the following year.

Over the next few years, Gerami lent his expertise to various consulting and investment deals across Alabama, Texas, and Oklahoma, gaining an appreciation of the hardships faced by farmers in the South and recognizing the prevalence of food deserts in these areas. This insight led him to concentrate his efforts on the future of farming in 2020.

With a bold vision for the future, Gerami is poised to establish the largest African-American commercial hydroponic warehouse in West Texas, situated in Muleshoe. He has already identified the ideal tract of land and warehouse space for this venture and is eagerly engaging with the Economic Development Corporation *EDC) board, city, and state representatives to finalize agreements.

Gerami’s plans include the cultivation of industrial hemp for a diverse range of applications - from fiber, grain, and seed to fossil fuel research and Cannabinoids. Notably, his focus on Cannabinoids is driven by a desire to contribute to Therapeutics for Pediatric Cancer Research, further cementing his commitment to bettering the community and the world at large.

Through his remarkable journey from a foster home to the helm of Batterson Farms Corp., Gregory Gerami serves as a beacon of inspiration, signaling that adversity can be transformed into success, innovation, and service to others.