Growing Stronger: Spotlight on Indigenous Sustainable Agriculture

Farming methodology informed by Indigenous tradition offers some of the most sustainable agricultural practices given its historical grounding and integration of ecosystems. Given the cultural significance of food systems for many tribal nations, providing support for sustainable, Indigenous agricultural practices and education can also benefit Native communities more broadly. Increasing federal support for Indigenous agricultural practices through legislation such as the 2023 Farm Bill could have outsized benefits for sustainable agriculture both within tribal nations and beyond.

	Growing Stronger: Supporting Indigenous Sustainable Agriculture through Federal Policy
	Growing Stronger: The Federally-Recognized Tribes Extension Program at Work
	Growing Stronger: The Sustainable Roots of Indigenous Agriculture