Technical Assistance

The people that make up LSSAC have a wealth of real-world experience, connections, and knowledge that span many layers of the food system.

And we want to share that with you!

From establishing your farm business, to identifying a production issue, or managing your finances, we offer 1:1 consultation free of charge!

Types of Assistance Offered

  • On Farm Production

    For questions about:

    • On farm infrastructure or production systems

    • Transitioning to organic

    • Types of crops or soil amendments you should try & more!

  • Post-Harvest and Food Safety

    For questions about:

    • Post-harvest food handling

    • Cold storage, wash and packs, and packaging

    • Record keeping, quality control, and food safety certifications and more!

  • Marketing and Sales

    For questions about:

    • Branding, marketing strategies, or digital marketing

    • Online sales platforms or websites

    • Labeling, costing and pricing, order and inventory management and more!

  • Farm Business Development

    For questions about:

    • Forming a legal business

    • Beginner farm setups

    • Financial or Employee Management

    • Insurance

    • Business Planning

  • Value Chain Coordination

    Also known as Market Access or Sales Outlets

    For questions about:

    • Farm to Farmers Market

    • Farm to Restaurant

    • Farm to Institution

  • Food Access

    For questions about:

    • SNAP

    • FMNP

    • Greaux the Good

  • Policy and Community Organizing

    For questions about:

    • Policy at the local, state, or federal level

    • How to advocate for your farm business

    • How to organize with other farmers and food systems workers

  • Grants and Loans

    For questions about:

    • Accessing Capital

    • Finding grant or loan opportunities for your farm business

    • Grant writing

  • Disaster

    For questions about:

    • Preparing for inclement weather or storms

    • Preparing for disasters of all kinds

    • How to connect with your community after a disaster

  • Land and Equity

    For questions about:

    • Cooperative Development

    • Reparations Work

    • Land Disputes

    • Land Transfers

    • Heirs Property

  • Food Product Development

    For questions about:

    • Value-Added Product Development

    • Commercial Kitchens

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