North Dakota Tribe Reclaims Agricultural Heritage with Major Greenhouse Initiative

Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation to grow millions of pounds of produce annually, boosting food sovereignty and local economy

The tribe's 3.3-acre greenhouse will be among the largest in the U.S. when completed.
Initial phase includes growing leafy greens, tomatoes, and strawberries, with future expansion planned.
The project addresses food access challenges on the Fort Berthold Reservation and surrounding areas.
It will create 30-35 jobs and aims to grow up to 15 million pounds of food annually.
The initiative utilizes natural gas from the Bakken oil field to power and heat the greenhouse.