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
Farmer’s Markets Part 3 – Community Engagement
On March 5, 2024, IFAI's Food Safety Specialist, Meagen Baldy (Hupa), held the final webinar in IFAI's Farmers Market Series. In this webinar, Baldy covers good practices for building community engagement and support for a Farmers Market. Watch the webinar recording...
Tribal Consultation: SNAP
On March 15, 2024, U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services (USDA-FNS) will host an online-only Tribal Consultation on two proposed rule changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) regarding work requirements and EBT card...
Policy Brief – March 5, 2024
Policy Brief Summary This week, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Tom Vilsack will be traveling to the Osage Nation in Oklahoma to meet with the Tribe regarding Rural Development (RD) programs and access. There are several Congressional...
Policy Brief – February 26, 2024
Policy Brief Summary This week Senate Agriculture Committee conducts an oversight hearing on the U.S. Department of Agriculture, with USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack as a witness. Two new federal register listings give notice for funding from the USDA Rural...
IFAI Launches Webinar Series and Publishes First Look at the New Census of Ag Numbers
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative announces a monthly webinar series that will uncover the stories and trends revealed in the 2022 Census of Agriculture data. IFAI's first set of resources dive into some of the highlights, including a $3 billion increase...
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.
