Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Producer Supports: Assistance & Development
Market Umbrella strives to offer opportunities through and beyond the farmers market for local fishers, farmers, and value-added businesses to increase the sustainability of their businesses. To this end, our producer supports encompass:
Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)
Market Umbrella is partnering with Sprout Nola and Louisiana Central to coordinate efforts across Louisiana in order to support small scale agriculture with the expansion of organic production practices.
Louisiana Small Scale Agriculture Council (LSSAC)
LSSAC is a statewide coalition that works to ensure equitable opportunities for small-scale agriculture in Louisiana. The coalition’s members provide comprehensive technical assistance to farmers and LSSAC member organizations have deep roots in Louisiana agriculture.
Value Chain Coordination
Connecting to and creating sales avenues outside of or adjacent to the market to diversify producer revenue streams, including the CCFM home delivery box, farm to school procurement, and cultivating wholesale relationships.
Technical Assistance
Offering classes, trainings, and field days presented by Market Umbrella and our partners on topics of interest for local food businesses and agricultural producers.
Upcoming Technical Assistance
There are no upcoming Technical Assistance events, check back soon.
Past Technical Assistance
1. Don't Get Caught With Your Plants Down: 6-Week Disaster Preparedness Training for Small Farm Businesses
2. Food Safety at Farmers Markets Workshop with LSU School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development
Supporting the next generation of small-scale agricultural producers with training and networking opportunities.
Small Business Development
Assisting existing and prospective vendors with navigating the process of becoming a business, complying with regulations, developing and marketing a brand, obtaining certifications that facilitate growth, etc.
If you have any questions, please reach out to stacy@marketumbrella.org.
About Us
The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.