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
Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative joins UTulsa College of Law
TULSA, OK. – The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI), a national leader in Tribal food and agriculture law and policy, has joined The University of Tulsa’s College of Law. Since its founding in 2013, IFAI has worked alongside Tribal governments,…
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...
In the News: AP News
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative's Executive Director Carly Griffith Hotvedt (Cherokee Nation), spoke with AP News on the changes in Tribal food and agriculture since the start of the new presidential administration while she and others from IFAI were...
IFAI Policy Brief March 18, 2025
Summary In presidential actions, the Trump Administration rescinded Executive Order 14112 Reforming Federal Funding and Support for Tribal Nations To Better Embrace Our Trust Responsibilities and Promote the Next Era of Tribal Self-Determination. In a separate action,...
USDA Announces SUN Bucks 2025 Benefit Levels for Tribal Programs
USDA Announces SUN Bucks 2025 Benefit Levels for Tribal Programs The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) announced 2025 benefit levels for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) for Children Program would remain unchanged. Also...
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.
