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,…
Policy Brief- July 27
Summary: Senate Farm Bill IFAI held a webinar on July 27 breaking down key provisions of the Senate Farm Bill affecting Indian country. If you missed the webinar, check out the slides here and a recording of the webinar here. IFAI also published a detailed,...
Policy Brief- July 20
Summary: Join IFAI for a webinar on the Senate Farm Bill! The webinar will be held on July 27 at 1-2pm CT on Teams. IFAI policy staff will break down key provisions affecting Indian Country and share insights on what the proposal could mean for Tribal food and...
IFAI Publishes Analysis of Senate Farm Bill
FAYETTEVILLE, AR - Today, the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) published a detailed, section-by-section analysis of the Senate Farm Bill’s impacts on Indian Country. The 902-page bill, which was released on June 23, includes over 90 provisions that...
Policy Brief- July 7
Summary: Call for STAC nominations - The Department of Interior’s Secretary’s Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC) is seeking nominations for new representatives. STAC is a key forum for strengthening collaboration between Tribes and the Federal government. Nominations...
Tribes hope Farm Bill can feed more people and preserve Indigenous culture
Dawn and Cassius Spears would like to expand their Rhode Island farm, but the Trump Administration has cut or scaled back some federal programs they and other small producers relied on to grow and distribute food. As Farm Bill discussions continue, they hope 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.
