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,…
Court Puts USDA Reorganization on Pause
TULSA, OK – On October 13, 2026, the judge overseeing the USDA reorganization case issued a stay, temporarily pausing USDA’s reorganization activities. USDA and its agencies may not: Close or eliminate offices Relocate or reassign employees based on reorganization...
Policy Brief- October 12
Summary: IFAI Webinar: Updates on USDA Reorganization, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time. IFAI’s legal and policy team will discuss ongoing litigation seeking to pause or stop the USDA reorganization, as well as potential impacts for Indian Country...
Policy Brief- October 5
Summary: IFAI Webinar: Updates on USDA Reorganization, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time. IFAI’s legal and policy team will discuss ongoing litigation seeking to pause or stop the USDA reorganization, as well as potential impacts for Indian Country...
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- September 28
Summary: USDA Reorganization Hearing, Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time- A federal court is holding a public hearing in a case that focuses on legal challenges to USDA’s current departmental reorganization plan. The federal judge presiding over...
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.
