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
Policy Brief – April 9, 2024
Summary There are two Tribal sessions this week, including a Tribal Caucus on April 11, where IFAI will facilitate a discussion on USDA’s permanent implementation of Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT). Interested participants can still register...
2024 USDA Barriers Tribal Consultations
Every spring, the U.S. Department of Agriculture holds a series of Tribal Consultations. This year's USDA Barriers Tribal Consultations will occur April 22 - 26. Each day, a Tribal caucus will occur prior to the Consultations, beginning at 2 p.m. eastern. At 3 p.m....
Webinar – Food Safety: Water Microbiology
During the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative's informational webinar on April 2, 2024, titled Microbial Considerations in Agricultural Water, Valerisa Gaddy Ph.D. (Diné), breaks down some important things to keep in mind as a producer and/or harvester to...
Policy Brief – April 2, 2024
Policy Brief Summary There were no Congressional hearings last week about Tribal Food and Agriculture, and this week Congress is not in session. Nominations for the Invasive Species Advisory Committee are still open. The deadline is April 29. There is one Federal...
2024 State of Native Agriculture Address – IFAI’s Remarks
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative's Executive Director, Erin Parker, provided remarks during the Native American Agriculture Fund's second annual State of Native Agriculture Address. Erin highlighted Indian Country insights from the 2022 data as well as...
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.
WASHINGTON - The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the 2026 Farm Bill during the week of April 27, according to a recent notice from the House Rules...
University of Missouri Location: Columbia, MO Closing Date: May 16, 2026 Duties Include: Provide principled, strategic leadership that advances excellence in research,...
Central State University Location: Wilberforce, OH Closing Date: Open Until Filled Duties Include: Develop, organize and provide outreach and programming for current...
North Carolina State University Location: Greensboro, NC Closing Date: April 20, 2026 Duties Include: NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North...
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Location: Cloquet, MN Closing Date: May 1, 2026 Duties Include: Teach a variety of college courses related to American Indian...
Our Partners
Our work depends on the generous support we receive from the partners listed below.
