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.
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Policy Brief – January 30, 2024
Policy Brief Summary This week, the House Natural Resources Committee is holding a hearing on land consolidation in Indian Country. There are opportunities to provide feedback to federal agencies in the next couple of weeks including the Food and Drug Administration...
Farmer’s Market 101
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative's Food Safety Specialist, Meagen Baldy (Hupa), utilizes her own experience in beginning a Farmer's Market to provide an overview of the basic requirements to establish a successful Farmer's Market in this informational...
Front-of-Package Nutrition Labeling Proposed Changes May Impact Indian Country
In 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) invited federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes to learn about its front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labeling. Download the briefing document here. FOP labels appear on food packages to help...
Look at Indian Country Farming, Agriculture, and Food Security
REGIONAL DATA INFOGRAPHICS - FARM & AG AND FOOD SECURITY ACROSS INDIAN COUNTRY The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative's team conducted research and has analyzed the 2017 Census of Agriculture data to compile infographics detailing statistics and facts on...
Policy Brief – January 23, 2024
Policy Brief Summary It is a slow week, with no committee hearings in either chamber for agriculture committees. There are two events in the coming weeks to keep track of for those wanting to give feedback to federal agencies in listening sessions and consultations....
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.
