Indigenous Agriculture and Food Systems
The IAFSI increases economic opportunities for Indigenous Peoples by supporting both ready-to-launch projects and initiatives focused on building long-term capacity in agriculture and food systems.
Eligible funding may support:
• Food system design, infrastructure, and marketing
• Skills training and agricultural production
• Knowledge sharing and planning partnerships
These activities help foster sustainable Indigenous-led agriculture operations and community food security.
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Funding Amount
Up to $500,000 in funding at a 90% cost-share rate
Eligible Applicants
Indigenous communities/individuals
Eligible Purposes
Funding may be used to support the development of Indigenous-led food systems and agricultural businesses, including:
• Planning, producing, and distributing fresh food within communities
• Training, marketing, and knowledge sharing initiatives
• Designing, scaling, or commercializing food/agriculture operations
Additional activities may be eligible if they align with the program’s objectives.
Deadline to Apply
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