The No-Till, Organic Market Gardens: Restoring Soil Health and Rebuilding Local Food Systems has 20 participants who are historically underserved Farmers in Louisiana. Each person must meet at least one of the following: beginning Farmer
(< 10 years), veteran, socially disadvantaged, and/or limited resources.

Each farmer must commit to a 3-year program and have access to 1/4 of an acre. The No-Till OMG program includes:

 Soil Testing & Analysis • Training • Gardening Toolkit   • Financial Incentives

James Maples – A Veteran Farmer from Ida, Caddo Parish, James Maples applies his military discipline to sustainable agriculture, focusing on soil health and local food systems.

Camila Cora & Tommy Anderson – As Socially Disadvantaged Farmers in Lafayette Parish, Camila and Tommy advocate for sustainable practices and community involvement in agriculture.

Derrick & Sarah Duncan – Based in Marksville, Avoyelles Parish, Derrick and Sarah Duncan contribute to agricultural sustainability as Socially Disadvantaged Farmers, promoting environmentally friendly farming.

Anthony Pollard – A Socially Disadvantaged Farmer from Dubach, Lincoln Parish, Anthony Pollard engages in innovative farming techniques that emphasize soil conservation and crop diversity.

 Judy Daniels with Julee & Jessica – From Natchitoches Parish, Judy Daniels, alongside Julee and Jessica, participates in community-based farming initiatives aimed at strengthening local food networks.

 Generica Smith – Leading the Louisiana Urban Gardening Initiative in Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Generica Smith champions urban agriculture to enhance food accessibility and sustainability.

 Irel Edwards & Caleb McKenzie – Newcomers to farming in Boyce, Rapides Parish, Irel and Caleb focus on learning and applying no-till farming methods to promote soil health.

James & Anna-Beth Price – This Beginning Farmer duo from Wisner, Franklin Parish, are dedicated to restoring and enhancing their land through conservative farming practices.

 Ayn Duncan – Representing Social Springs Baptist Church in Ringgold, Red River Parish, Ayn Duncan integrates faith and farming to foster community well-being and environmental stewardship.

 David Beeter – A Beginning Farmer in Marion, Union Parish, David Beeter is committed to sustainable agriculture and plays an active role in local food system rebuilding.

 Anthony Hoff – A Veteran Farmer from Stonewall, DeSoto Parish, Anthony Hoff uses his experience to promote sustainable farming techniques that benefit the environment and local communities.

 Doris Sims & Jessie Mae Mayfield – As Beginning Farmers in Ruston, Lincoln Parish, Doris and Jessie Mae are enthusiastic about adopting organic practices to enhance their farming impact.

 Gloria Lefall & Maxine Rideau – Beginning Farmers in Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Gloria and Maxine are devoted to no-till agriculture, focusing on soil preservation and organic growth.

 Waylon Breaux – A Beginning Farmer from Eros, Jackson Parish, Waylon Breaux is dedicated to ecological farming methods that sustain both the land and the local economy.

 Marianna Langston – Marianna Langston, a Beginning Farmer in Shreveport, Caddo Parish, champions the integration of sustainable practices in her farming to ensure a greener future.

 Samantha Starkey & Sammy Woods – Operating in Greensburg, St. Helena Parish, Samantha and Sammy are focused on beginning farming with a strong commitment to sustainable and organic practices.

 Konda Mason – Based in Alexandria, Rapides Parish, Konda Mason leads Jubilee Justice, striving for justice and equity in farming through sustainable and ethical agricultural practices.

 Maidie Mcray – Involved in the Foster Grandparents Program in Mansfield, DeSoto Parish, Maidie Mcray supports community and youth engagement in sustainable farming.

 Joshua Bourgeois – At Lincoln Preparatory School in Grambling, Lincoln Parish, Joshua Bourgeois integrates educational initiatives with agriculture, focusing on student involvement and sustainable practices.

Sierra Torres & Becks Hilliard – As Beginning Farmers in Independence, Tangipahoa Parish, Sierra and Becks experiment with innovative farming techniques to support and revitalize local food systems.

 Tanji Jefferson – A Limited Resource Farmer from Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Tanji Jefferson is dedicated to sustainable agriculture, ensuring resource conservation and community resilience.