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March 20, 2025 14 mins

🎙️ Rooted Wisdom Podcast: Season 2, Episode 1 🎙️

In this episode, we dive into the vital topic of rural development in Indian Country. Join host Tish Mindemann as she speaks with Carly Griffith Hotvedt, Executive Director of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative and a citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Carly shares insights on how Tribal nations are investing in rural America through food and agriculture, benefiting both Native and non-Native communities.

Key topics include:

  • The impact of tribal investments in rural infrastructure and food systems
  • Opportunities for rural businesses and entrepreneurs through grants and credit access
  • The role of Native Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs)
  • The ripple effects of Tribal investments on regional food systems and economic development
  • Lessons learned from the pandemic and the importance of local food systems
  • Upcoming opportunities in the new Farm Bill for rural development

Tune in to learn how these initiatives are fostering growth, resilience, and sustainability in rural areas. 🌾✨

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