Native Village of Tyonek LFPA Plus Executive Summary
The Tyonek Nutrition and Food Security Program will provide resources for the purchase of locally grown, fresh foods from disadvantaged fishers, farmers, and other producers in Alaska. The Native Village of Tyonek currently faces food security and sovereignty threats due to increasing food costs, shipping expenses, and supply chain struggles. The funds will allow for food to be bought directly from local producers that the Village develops partnerships with, focusing on small farms and disadvantaged and indigenous producers.