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 – November 21, 2023
Policy Brief Summary Congress is not in session this week, but last week Congress extended the 2018 Farm Bill until September 30, 2024, and avoided a government shutdown by extending appropriations into early 2024. The House Committee on Natural Resources and...
Policy Brief – November 14, 2023
Policy Brief Summary Last week, two Congressional hearings related to environmental issues included access to clean water and salmon declines. Several Congressional hearings this week will discuss legislation related to Tribal food and agriculture, including one at...
Policy Brief – November 7, 2023
Policy Brief Summary Last week, the House Natural Resources Committee discussed members’ legislation covering climate change impacts on Tribal communities and potential Farm Bill priorities in Tribal aquaculture. This week, the Senate Indian Affairs Committee holds a...
Policy Brief – October 31, 2023
Policy Brief Summary The House elected Congressman Mike Johnson (LA) to Speaker of the House on October 25, 2023. There are discussions on the House side of getting their version of the Farm Bill complete by December, but the Senate has eyes on a one-year extension. ...
Virtual Tribal Caucus November 9
Join the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative for a Tribal Caucus on November 9, 2023, at 2 p.m. central. The caucus will serve as an opportunity to review and discuss the proposed U.S. Department of Interior Agricultural Leasing regulation updates. This...
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.
