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Congressional Hearing Highlights Tribal Food Delivery Disruptions
A September 11 Congressional hearing focused on the food delivery disruptions impacting the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) and the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). The joint oversight hearing featured Indian Country...
Native American Student Services Welcome Event Draws Diverse Attendance at U of A
The University of Arkansas (U of A) Multicultural Center and Native American Student Services (NASS) recently hosted a vibrant and engaging Welcome Event for students and staff, drawing a diverse crowd. The event showcased the university's commitment to supporting its...
IFAI’s Mindemann selected for agricultural leadership fellowship
The Wallace Center’s Food Systems Leadership Network recently selected the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative’s Communications Manager, Tish Mindemann, for its 2024 fellowship program. This fellowship includes 24 agricultural leaders from across Arkansas and...
Our mission is to enhance the health and wellness of tribal communities by advancing healthy food systems, diversified economic development, and cultural food traditions.
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.
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EATS Academy
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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.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Location: Madison, WI Closing Date: September 22, 2024 Duties Include: Building trusting relationships with Tribal governments and...
The University of Arkansas (U of A) Multicultural Center and Native American Student Services (NASS) recently hosted a vibrant and engaging Welcome Event for students...
USDA: Foreign Agricultural Service Location: Washington, DC Closing Date: September 20, 2024 Duties Include: The duties described are for the full-performance level. At...
USDA: Agricultural Research Service Location: Beltsville, MD Closing Date: September 30, 2024 Duties Include: This position is located in the Administrative and...
USDA: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Location: Riverdale, MD Closing Date: September 27, 2024 Duties Include: Participates with the in formulation and...
Our Partners
Our work depends on the generous support we receive from the partners listed below.
