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IFAI's enterprise team talked with program directo

IFAI's enterprise team talked with program directors from the Taos Pueblo about building a department of agriculture and the importance of Agriculture Resource Management Plans.🌾

#nativeamerican #foodsovereignty #TribalAg

⬇️ Weekly Policy Brief Highlights ⬇️ 🔹

⬇️ Weekly Policy Brief Highlights ⬇️

🔹While Congress is holding hearings through the government shutdown, there were none scheduled with direct impacts on Tribal food and agriculture this week.

🔹IFAI is holding a briefing session on Oct. 9 ahead of the USDA’s two Tribal leader consultation sessions. Despite the shutdown, the USDA Tribal Relations page still shows that these will be held on Oct. 14 and Oct. 16 and go over its departmental Reorganization Plan. Check out our previous posts and our website for more info and how to register.

🔹The USDA is hosting a virtual consultation on proposed changes to SNAP on Oct. 22 from 1-3 p.m. EST. To virtually attend check out our full policy brief to register.

🔹Go check out Episode 9 of IFAI’s podcast, Rooted Wisdom.

Make sure to check out the full policy brief at indigenousfoodandag.com or click the link in our bio.
#policybrief #USDA #RootedWisdom #SNAP

⬇️ Weekly Policy Brief Highlights ⬇️ 🔸

⬇️ Weekly Policy Brief Highlights ⬇️

🔸Congress’ focus is on government funding, with the House out until Oct. 1 and the Senate yet to pass a short-term agreement.

🔸In a busy October, the USDA is hosting a virtual consultation on proposed changes to SNAP on Oct. 22 from 1-3 p.m. EST, with virtual-only participation. Check out the full policy brief on our website to register.

🔸The USDA also has scheduled two Tribal leader consultation sessions on Oct. 14 and Oct. 16 over its departmental Reorganization Plan. Register through our insta bio or our website.

🔸This is the last week to submit nominations to the USDA Tribal Advisory Committee with nominations ending on Oct. 6, 2025.

🔸IFAI also has a new blog post up about the FY2026 Farm to School Program application window.

Check out the full policy brief at https://indigenousfoodandag.com
#policybrief #indianag #tribalagriculture #nativeagriculture #usdapolicy

🦋The Euchee Butterfly Farm🦋 IFAI recently s

🦋The Euchee Butterfly Farm🦋

IFAI recently spoke at the Sustainable Agriculture: Discovering Conservation Practices to Create Success for You and Pollinators, Too! conference at the Euchee Butterfly Farm in Bixby, Oklahoma, held September 17–18, 2025. Tribal leaders, agricultural experts, and community members came together to share knowledge and practices that strengthen Native food sovereignty and conservation. The two-day event featured sessions on Tribal agriculture initiatives, soil health, pollinator support, cultural programming, and entrepreneurial success stories from Native farmers and ranchers. Participants also toured the Euchee Butterfly Farm’s greenhouses and pollinator gardens, enjoyed cultural presentations, and explored resources to support sustainable and eco-friendly agricultural practices.

#butterflyfarm #conservation #NativeAg

📣 Calling all Tribal leaders, producers, and ad

📣 Calling all Tribal leaders, producers, and advocates!

The USDA is hosting listening sessions to hear YOUR voice on the future of the rural and federal veterinary workforce. Don’t miss this opportunity to shape policies that impact Tribal agriculture, food sovereignty, and animal health systems. Join the conversation and make sure Tribal perspectives are heard loud and clear!🐓🐑🐄

Use the Link in Bio to sign up!
#TribalAg #FoodSovereignty #USDA #VeterinaryWorkforce #NativeFarms #IndigenousVoices #ListeningSession

⬇️ Weekly Policy Brief Highlights ⬇️ 🔸

⬇️ Weekly Policy Brief Highlights ⬇️

🔸 USDA Tribal consultations are set for Oct. 14 & 16. IFAI has analysis on potential impacts to Indian Country.
🔸 IFAI will host a closed Tribal briefing on Oct. 9 for elected leaders and staff ahead of the USDA sessions.
🔸 USDA listening sessions on vet recruitment will be held Sept. 29 & 30.
🔸 Nominations for the USDA Tribal Advisory Committee are open through Oct. 6. Help shape future Tribal ag policy!
🔸 SBA Tribal consultation on access to capital was held last week. Comments accepted through Oct. 17 on reducing regulatory burdens.

Read the full policy brief + access resources at https://indigenousfoodandag.com
#policybrief #indianag #tribalagriculture #nativeagriculture #usdapolicy #indiancountry

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