Acadiana Food Alliance
Technical Assistance
AFA offers technical assistance to support local farmers and food producers at every stage of their operation. Our goal is to help producers strengthen their businesses, increase income and navigate the challenges of growing and selling food in Acadiana.
Through one-on-one support, group workshops and resource referrals, AFA connects producers with practical tools, training and guidance tailored to local needs.
Workshops
Acadiana Food Alliance offers workshops and learning opportunities designed to support local farmers, producers, and community members while strengthening Acadiana’s local food system.
Workshops are developed in response to producer-identified needs and community priorities and are led by experienced farmers, practitioners and partners with deep local knowledge.
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Workshop Topics May Include:
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Business planning
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Market access, pricing and sales strategies
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Food safety, licensing and regulatory compliance
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Sustainable and regenerative production practices
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Post-harvest handling, storage and value-added production
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Equipment use, infrastructure and production efficiency
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Accessing grants, funding and technical resources
