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’s Mindemann selected for agricultural leadership fellowship
The Wallace Center’s Food Systems Leadership Network recently selected the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative’s Communications Manager, Tish Mindemann, for its 2024 fellowship program. This fellowship includes 24 agricultural leaders from across Arkansas and...
Policy Brief – September 10, 2024
Summary On Thursday, September 12, USDA will hold a Tribal Consultation with Tribal leaders about the supply chain disruptions for FDPIR. Congress is back in session this week with scheduled hearings from various House Agriculture, Energy, and Natural Resources...
IFAI In the News – Marketplace
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative was recently featured on Marketplace regarding the disruptions to the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations. Check out a clip of the article below, and click the button at the bottom to read or listen to the...
Policy Brief – September 3, 2024
Summary The Tribal Advisory Committee will have its third meeting on September 5, set to take place virtually with a public comment period from 6 to 7 p.m. eastern. Find more information and how to attend at usda.gov/tribalrelations/advisory-committee. USDA announced...
2022 Census of Agriculture Webinar Series: Mythbusting
On August 28, 2024, the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative hosted an informational webinar exploring the myths about Indian Country agriculture using the data found in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. In this webinar, IFAI's Jamie Black (Cherokee Nation) and...
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.
