Southern United States Trade Association Email Format
International Trade and DevelopmentLouisiana, United States11-50 Employees
SUSTA is a nonprofit trade development association created by the Departments of Agriculture from the Southern United States. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, it operates within the international trade and development sector. The organization offers programs and services designed to help exporters of high-value food and agricultural products access international markets. Its primary customers are small Southern U.S. companies seeking to expand abroad and reach consumers worldwide, where most of the global market resides. SUSTA provides activities, resources, and expert guidance to facilitate entry into foreign markets and support growth. A notable development in 2025 was the appointment of Wes Ward as Vice President.