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Farm Service Agency County Committee Elections- Why It Matters

A vital participation opportunity for Indian Country agriculture producers is coming up soon. Beginning June 16, 2025, nominations open for local elections to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Committees. The FSA plays an...

Rooted Wisdom, Season 2 Episode 4: Special Series: Makin Scratch with Tribal Producers

The Intertribal Agriculture Council (IAC) is spotlighting the growing momentum of poultry production across Indian Country, driven by the dedication and innovation of its Technical Assistance Specialists. In the most recent episode of the “Rooted Wisdom” podcast, two...

IFAI Policy Brief June 10, 2025

Summary IFAI has a template letter for Tribes interested in commenting on USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service rescinding a 2023 final rule that removed “visual observation” by State agencies on the collection of race and ethnicity data. Comments are due June 15 to...

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Our mission is to enhance the health and wellness of tribal communities by advancing healthy food systems, diversified economic development, and cultural food traditions.

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The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) focuses on putting tribal sovereignty in food sovereignty, promoting tribally driven solutions to revitalize and advance traditional food systems and diversified economic development throughout Indian Country. IFAI provides Tribal governments, producers, and food businesses with educational resources, policy research, and strategic legal analysis as a foundation for building robust food economies.

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Grants and funding opportunities are key tools for many Tribes and Tribal producers. However, navigating the list of programs available can be challenging. To help, IFAI staff stay on top of the latest grants and opportunities. Check out the latest list by clicking the button below.

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IFAI’s job board is intended to be a resource for Native Americans and Alaska Natives interested in employment and internship opportunities that focus primarily on Indigenous food and agriculture policy and law. However, the job board is also open to other types of opportunities in the following:

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IFAI Policy Brief June 10, 2025

by tishm | Jun 9, 2025 | Featured Article, IFAI, News, Policy Briefing | 0 Comments

Summary IFAI has a template letter for Tribes interested in commenting on USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service rescinding a 2023 final rule that removed “visual...

Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustments for 2025

by jdamaso | Jun 6, 2025 | IFAI, rule/policy update | 0 Comments

Agency: USDA's Office of the Secretary Action: Final Rule effective May 29, 2025 Why it matters: USDA’s Office of the Secretary announced a final rule that amends the...

Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) 2023 and 2024

by jdamaso | Jun 6, 2025 | IFAI, rule/policy update | 0 Comments

Agency: USDA Farm Service Agency Action: Final Rule effective May 29, 2025 Why it matters: USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) issued a final rule implementing the ELRP...

Assistant Attorney General

by jdamaso | Jun 6, 2025 | Tribal | 0 Comments

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Location: Flandreau, SD Closing Date: June 14, 2025 Duties Include: Prosecute the Tribe’s Law and Order Code, and will work closely with...

Policy Lead

by jdamaso | Jun 6, 2025 | Partners | 0 Comments

National Congress of American Indians Location: Washington, DC Closing Date: Open Until Filled Duties Include: Leading NCAl's work with leaders, NCAI staff, and...