New Orleans Food Policy Council

New Orleans Food Policy Council Developing and supporting policies for equitable access to fresh healthy food in New Orleans and Louisiana. Formed by the New Orleans City Council in 2007.

Spring at Farm to ECE has been full of joyful garden plantings and fresh food taste-tests. In March, students became che...
05/06/2026

Spring at Farm to ECE has been full of joyful garden plantings and fresh food taste-tests. In March, students became chefs for a day and created a tasty “ranch” dip with fresh herbs harvested from center gardens. They dipped and crunched on some of our favorite carrots in the city, grown by River Queen Greens.

This April, we are celebrating Louisiana strawberries! Students are performing taste tests of fresh berries, strawberry jam, and strawberry lemonade. With this beautiful weather, we are also planting an array of Spring herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers in garden beds.

Know an early care center who may be interested in Farm to ECE programming? We are currently enrolling schools for the 2026-27 school year. Check out the Farm to ECE interest form in our link in bio!

At the New Orleans Food Policy Council, we’re bridging the gap between our littlest learners and local farmers! Through ...
04/23/2026

At the New Orleans Food Policy Council, we’re bridging the gap between our littlest learners and local farmers! Through our Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) initiative, we’re ensuring fresh, locally grown food reaches early childhood programs while fostering healthy habits for life.

This month, .family.farm provided fresh strawberries! 🍓

Together, we’re cultivating a love for local food and strengthening connections between farmers, educators, and families. Learn more about how we’re building a sustainable food system, one tiny bite at a time! If you’re interested in connecting your little ones to local food, check out our enrichment guide linked in our bio.

Last week, Mayor Helena Moreno announced a $200,000 investment from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to launch the City’s fir...
04/20/2026

Last week, Mayor Helena Moreno announced a $200,000 investment from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to launch the City’s first Urban Agriculture & Food Access Plan. This two-year, community-driven effort will bring residents, growers, and partners together to shape a citywide roadmap for expanding access to healthy, affordable food while strengthening local food production.

The plan will center equity, support urban farms and community gardens, reduce barriers for growers, and build a more climate-resilient food system rooted in New Orleans’ culture and legacy. City leaders and partners (including public health officials, urban agriculture advocates, and community organizations) will work alongside residents to identify challenges, pilot solutions, and develop actionable policy recommendations.

Stay tuned for upcoming community meetings and read the press release in our link in bio!

At the New Orleans Food Policy Action Council, we’re bridging the gap between our littlest learners and local farmers! T...
03/30/2026

At the New Orleans Food Policy Action Council, we’re bridging the gap between our littlest learners and local farmers! Through our Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) initiative, we’re ensuring fresh, locally grown food reaches early childhood programs while fostering healthy habits for life.

Together, we’re cultivating a love for local food and strengthening connections between farmers, educators, and families. Learn more about how we’re building a sustainable food system, one tiny bite at a time! If you’re interested in connecting your little ones to local food, check out our enrichment guide linked in our bio.

Winter at the early learning centers was filled with explorations of local beans, peas, and root vegetables. In December...
03/09/2026

Winter at the early learning centers was filled with explorations of local beans, peas, and root vegetables. In December, students ran their fingers through sensory containers of dried bean varieties and taste-tested fresh snap peas. In January, classes created vibrant artwork with homemade radish stamps. Before winter break, Wilcox SUNO hosted a free family farmstand (pictured above), abundant with local greens, broccoli, peppers, and more for holiday cooking.

In February, we celebrated southern citrus! Students will get to observe a live citrus tree up-close, and learn how orange juice is made. Thank you to JoNina Farms for growing the juicy navel oranges that centers will receive for February procurement.

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Bad Bunny headlined Super Bowl LX in a performance rich with cultural symbolism and community pride.Highlighted were La ...
02/11/2026

Bad Bunny headlined Super Bowl LX in a performance rich with cultural symbolism and community pride.

Highlighted were La Marqueta and street vendors to the world’s biggest stage complete with that powerful “we accept EBT” moment celebrating real community hubs that feed people and keep culture alive.

Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) lets people use food assistance benefits like SNAP to buy healthy groceries where they shop.

At the New Orleans Food Policy Council, we push for policies that expand healthy food access, support local growers and retailers, and strengthen SNAP/EBT infrastructure so every neighborhood can thrive.

You’re invited the New Orleans Food Policy Council General Meeting on Thursday January 8, 11 AM - 12:15 PM at the Dillar...
01/06/2026

You’re invited the New Orleans Food Policy Council General Meeting on Thursday January 8, 11 AM - 12:15 PM at the Dillard Community Resource Center | 3301 Annette St, New Orleans, LA. Huge thanks to Pamela Broom of NewCorp, Inc for hosting us.

During this meeting, we will provide a breakdown of local, state, and federal food-related policies. This session will also feature a short presentation by Dr. Megan Knapp and Dr. Melissa Fuster on a new SNAP policy in Louisiana that limits the purchase of certain sugary drinks and candy. Dr. Megan Knapp and Dr. Melissa Fuster will present on what the policy may mean for families, communities, and local food stores. They will also share how their research is proposing to study changes in food choices, food access, and the experiences of both SNAP participants and retailers. The goal is to better understand what works, what challenges arise, and how nutrition policies can support healthier communities without creating new barriers.

We will have snacks and light refreshments available but please feel free to bring your lunch.

Kindly RSVP for the meeting using the link in bio!

HAPPY 2026!Looking forward to the new year, our work is guided in these three commitments:Food sovereignty: Communities ...
01/01/2026

HAPPY 2026!

Looking forward to the new year, our work is guided in these three commitments:

Food sovereignty: Communities should shape their own food systems.

Food autonomy: People have real choices about how food is grown, accessed, and shared.

Local food: Strong ties between and amongst Louisiana farmers, fishers, and local businesses.

These goals shape how we advocate, partner, and build a more just and resilient food system in New Orleans.

Onward 2026!

A word that shaped our work in 2025.A word that shapes our work for 2026.A practice rooted in community care.A reminder ...
12/31/2025

A word that shaped our work in 2025.
A word that shapes our work for 2026.
A practice rooted in community care.
A reminder that we keep each other fed...together.

As a broad-based coalition, the New Orleans Food Policy Council is proud to work alongside partners who turn collaborati...
12/31/2025

As a broad-based coalition, the New Orleans Food Policy Council is proud to work alongside partners who turn collaboration into real change.

We’re grateful for partners that each bring research, lived experience, and deep care for equity into our food system. These partnerships help pass meaningful policy, strengthen urban agriculture, and revive community initiatives.

Here’s to shared wins, mutual respect, and even bigger work ahead. Thanks for riding with us. 🤠

2025 was full of obstacles but also full of opportunity. Here are some of our favorite moments of the year!
12/30/2025

2025 was full of obstacles but also full of opportunity. Here are some of our favorite moments of the year!

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