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
IFAI Policy Brief November 19, 2024
Summary Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow released proposed Farm Bill text and a summary. As the Native Farm Bill Coalition’s (NFBC) research partner, IFAI is analyzing the text and will release its findings in the near future. University of...
Griffith Hotvedt Selected to Lead the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative
The University of Arkansas School of Law’s Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) recently announced Carly Griffith Hotvedt, J.D., M.P.A. (Cherokee Nation), as the organization’s executive director. “Since our formation in 2013, the Indigenous Food and...
The Rich History and Resilience of Native American Agriculture – From Past to Present
The rich history and resilience of Native American Agriculture - from Past to Present Native American agriculture is deeply rooted in...
In the News: 89.9 KBOB
Radio Program Features IFAI’s Carly Griffith Hotvedt November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native Americans. In honor of this month, Carly Griffith Hotvedt, a Cherokee citizen...
IFAI Policy Brief November 12, 2024
Summary Learn about the Farm Bill and Tribal priorities in the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative’s recent article featuring IFAI’s senior staff attorney, Kelli Case (Chickasaw Nation). Congress is back from recess this week, but there are no scheduled...
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.
