Commodity Promotion and Research
The Commodity Promotion and Research Division administers promotion and research development programs that serve farmers and consumers through state and regional trade shows, retail promotions, chef demonstrations, market research, development and implementation of promotion and research activities by commodity-specific boards, a Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program. The division also provides one-on-one assistance to farmers and consumers for varied promotion services and for information about Louisiana agriculture outlets such as farmers’ markets and roadside stand sales opportunities.
- Louisiana Rice Promotion Board
- Louisiana Rice Research Board
- Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board
- Louisiana Dairy Industry Promotion Board (Minutes are available HERE)
- Louisiana Dairy Producers Refundable Tax Credit Program
- Louisiana Grown Real. Fresh. Logo Program
- Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
- FMNP Certified Farmers, Roadside Stands, and Farmers Markets
- WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Specialty Crop Grant Programs
Please visit “Specialty Crop Grant Programs” on LDAF’s new website for information on these programs.