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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IFAI Senior Staff Attorney Visits Eastern Band Cherokee
Senior Staff Attorney Kelli Case was in Cherokee, North Carolina at the end of August 2023 meeting with the Eastern Band Cherokee Nation to discuss the Farm Bill, meat processing, and all things IFAI. She was on hand for the ribbon cutting of the new Cherokee Tribal...
Policy Brief – August 28, 2023
Policy Brief Summary: Not only is August ending this week, but so is the Congressional recess. Shortly, lawmakers will be heading back to the Hill ahead of a government shutdown if a funding agreement can’t be reached. Before Congress reconvenes, there will be a...
Nutrition
Please note, this resource is from an earlier Farm Bill cycle and does not reflect the updated, 2025 Farm Bill process. Find IFAI's 2025 Farm Bill Tracker here. The Farm Bill's impact on Native American nutrition is multifaceted, ranging from direct support through...
Credit Access
According to NFBC's Gaining Ground, There a general lack of commercial credit on Tribal lands due to: land use restrictions, administrative process delays, legal challenges, and loan readiness. What does credit access look like in Indian Country, and why is it...
Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative Featured In the News – ICT
ICT News recently featured the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative's Associate Executive Director, Carly Griffith Hotvedt, about Indian Country food and agriculture as well as the Farm Bill process and the Native Farm Bill Coalition's priorities. Here is an...
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.
