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Direct Purchase from the Source
On-Farm Storefront in Sunset for buyers who want to meet their farmer and see the land before purchasing locally raised meat
T. Moise Farms welcomes customers to its farm store located at 755 Bearb Road in Sunset, where shoppers can purchase locally raised beef, pork, and other farm products directly from the source. The on-site store provides a convenient way to browse available selections, ask questions about products, and learn more about the farm’s offerings.
The storefront is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., making it easy for customers to stop by and shop at their convenience. Whether you are looking for a few items for your family or exploring options for a larger purchase, the store offers a variety of products to meet your needs.
Visit T. Moise Farms to browse current inventory, speak with knowledgeable staff, and explore available bulk ordering options for your household.
Buying meat on-farm removes the guesswork that comes with grocery store labels and third-party marketing claims, because customers can walk the property, observe livestock management practices, and ask direct questions about feed, pasture rotation, and slaughter timelines. What you see during your visit is what you're buying, with no hidden sourcing or blended product from multiple farms. The storefront serves as the final transaction point for a fully traceable chain that starts with pasture-raised animals and ends with packaged meat sold directly to the customer who visited the farm.
After completing a purchase, you leave with meat that you can connect to a specific place, a specific farming family, and a specific set of practices that align with your values. Buyers who prioritize local food systems and want to support Acadiana agriculture appreciate the transparency that comes from handing cash or card directly to the farmer rather than a retail cashier with no knowledge of the product's origin. Repeat customers often graduate from small storefront purchases to bulk orders once they've confirmed the quality and built a relationship with T. Moise Farms.
The storefront does not function as a full-service butcher counter with custom daily cuts, but it does stock pre-packaged products processed on-farm and ready for pickup. Customers interested in whole or half animal orders can place those separately, with processing scheduled according to farm and facility availability.
What Property Owners Usually Ask
First-time visitors often ask about product availability, pricing, and what to expect when visiting the farm for the first time.
What products are available for purchase at the storefront?
The farm sells locally raised beef, pork, and other meat products that have been processed on-site, with availability depending on current inventory and seasonal processing schedules.
How does pricing compare to grocery store meat?
Farm-direct pricing reflects the true cost of pasture-based livestock production without retail markups, though it may differ from conventional grocery pricing due to higher animal welfare and land management standards.
When is the best time to visit the storefront?
Storefront hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with Saturday mornings typically seeing the most foot traffic from families shopping for the weekend.
What should buyers expect during their first farm visit?
You'll see the pastures where animals are raised, have the opportunity to ask questions about farming practices, and complete your purchase in a low-pressure environment that prioritizes education and relationship-building over quick sales.
Why does on-farm retail matter for Acadiana's local food economy?
Buying directly from farmers keeps more money in St. Landry Parish, supports land stewardship, and strengthens the regional food system by reducing dependence on distant suppliers and corporate grocery chains.
T. Moise Farms operates a brick-and-mortar storefront where you can meet the farming family, walk the land, and purchase locally raised meat with full transparency. Stop by 755 Bearb Road during posted hours or call (504) 812-1508 to confirm current product availability before your visit.