Putting Tribal SovereigntyOur mission is to enhance the health and wellness of Tribal communities by advancing healthy food systems, diversified economic development, and cultural food traditions.
WHAT’S NEW
Rooted Wisdom, Season 2 Episode 1: Rural Roots: Why Rural Development Matters to Indian Country
In the latest episode of the Rooted Wisdom Podcast, host Tish Mindemann interviews Carly Griffith Hotvedt, the Executive Director of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative and a proud citizen of the Cherokee Nation about the crucial topic of rural development...
Tax Tips and Guidance for Tribal Agriculture Operators
Filing taxes can be confusing and stressful at the best of times. With daunting rules and laws about production, ranching and grazing on Tribal reservations, as well as jurisdictions and fractionalized lands, taxes can prove even more challenging for Tribal producers....
IFAI Policy Brief April 1, 2025
Summary Today is the last day of applications for IFAI's 2025 Native Youth in Food and Agriculture Leadership Summit. Apply Now! The FDPIR Tribal Leader Consultation Work Group is having an April 7 consultation at the Tribal Self-Governance Conference at Gila...
IFAI Hosts Second Webinar on Executive Orders’ Impact on Tribal Food and Agriculture #2
IFAI Hosts Webinar on Executive Orders' impact on Tribal Food and Agriculture A new presidential administration means new executive orders. The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative held an informational webinar on March 27, 2025, to discuss the impact of recent...
IFAI Policy Brief March 25, 2025
Summary Registration will close soon on this Thursday’s IFAI webinar examining the latest executive orders and how those actions impact Tribal food and agriculture. Make sure to register to ensure your spot. USDA’s Farm Service Agency posted a Notice of Funding...
What We Do
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.
EVENT CALENDAR
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative participates in virutal and in-person events nationwide to ensure that Tribes and individual producers, regardless of their location, have access to the resources and support they need. IFAI participates in outreach events, youth events, food safety trainings, and Tribal enterprise outreach wherever we are needed. This calendar shows you where we are going and how we are impacting Indian Country.
Funding Opportunities
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.
Our Partners
Our work depends on the generous support we receive from the partners listed below.
