USDA Takes Bold Stand Against Foreign Farming Ownership
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**Invasion of Sovereignty: USDA Cracks Down on Foreign Ownership of U.S. Farmland**
In a decisive move to protect America’s agricultural heartland, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the most stringent measures in decades to limit foreign ownership of U.S. farmland.
During a press conference on July 8, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins declared, “Farm security is national security,” emphasizing the urgent need to shield American farmers from potential threats, particularly from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
This robust initiative comes in the wake of a directive from President Trump that mandates the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to intensify scrutiny of Chinese investments in critical sectors like agriculture.
The policy includes a ban on future purchases of farmland by Chinese entities and a systematic review of existing foreign acquisitions, especially those near military installations. This safeguard seeks to mitigate risks associated with foreign ownership, which could jeopardize the nation’s food supply and security.
Rollins detailed pivotal aspects of the action plan, such as collaborating with the Department of Justice to terminate potentially hazardous land contracts and enhance enforcement mechanisms under the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act (AFIDA).
The urgency for reform is underscored by alarming statistics. As of late 2023, foreign interests owned nearly 45 million acres of U.S. agricultural land—a 40% increase since 2016. While allies account for a significant portion of these holdings, a rising concern persists regarding Chinese ownership, with approximately 384,000 acres identified across 26 states.
Critically, some of this foreign-owned land is disturbingly close to sensitive military and infrastructure sites, as highlighted during the launch of this initiative. The USDA aims not only to reassess these acquisitions but also to introduce firmer penalties for violators and modernize its enforcement tools.
Next steps include rigorous assessments of agricultural supply chains and potential vulnerabilities in collaboration with other federal agencies, ensuring that America’s food sources remain secure from foreign manipulation and influence.
As Congress deliberates on the bipartisan FARMLAND Act, there is a palpable sense of urgency. The voices of patriots defending American farmland grow louder, with calls for safeguarding sovereignty from foreign adversaries gaining significant momentum.
As Secretary Kristi Noem passionately stated, “The Chinese Communist Party should not be allowed to own one square inch of American soil.” In the current geopolitical climate, safeguarding U.S. farmland is not merely an agricultural policy but a vital component of national security.
The USDA’s new action plan represents a pioneering shift in American policy, demonstrating a commitment to prioritize the sovereignty of U.S. agriculture and eliminate foreign threats.
Sources:
americanthinker.com
justthenews.com
cnbc.com
In a decisive move to protect America’s agricultural heartland, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the most stringent measures in decades to limit foreign ownership of U.S. farmland.
During a press conference on July 8, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins declared, “Farm security is national security,” emphasizing the urgent need to shield American farmers from potential threats, particularly from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
This robust initiative comes in the wake of a directive from President Trump that mandates the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to intensify scrutiny of Chinese investments in critical sectors like agriculture.
The policy includes a ban on future purchases of farmland by Chinese entities and a systematic review of existing foreign acquisitions, especially those near military installations. This safeguard seeks to mitigate risks associated with foreign ownership, which could jeopardize the nation’s food supply and security.
Rollins detailed pivotal aspects of the action plan, such as collaborating with the Department of Justice to terminate potentially hazardous land contracts and enhance enforcement mechanisms under the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act (AFIDA).
The urgency for reform is underscored by alarming statistics. As of late 2023, foreign interests owned nearly 45 million acres of U.S. agricultural land—a 40% increase since 2016. While allies account for a significant portion of these holdings, a rising concern persists regarding Chinese ownership, with approximately 384,000 acres identified across 26 states.
Critically, some of this foreign-owned land is disturbingly close to sensitive military and infrastructure sites, as highlighted during the launch of this initiative. The USDA aims not only to reassess these acquisitions but also to introduce firmer penalties for violators and modernize its enforcement tools.
Next steps include rigorous assessments of agricultural supply chains and potential vulnerabilities in collaboration with other federal agencies, ensuring that America’s food sources remain secure from foreign manipulation and influence.
As Congress deliberates on the bipartisan FARMLAND Act, there is a palpable sense of urgency. The voices of patriots defending American farmland grow louder, with calls for safeguarding sovereignty from foreign adversaries gaining significant momentum.
As Secretary Kristi Noem passionately stated, “The Chinese Communist Party should not be allowed to own one square inch of American soil.” In the current geopolitical climate, safeguarding U.S. farmland is not merely an agricultural policy but a vital component of national security.
The USDA’s new action plan represents a pioneering shift in American policy, demonstrating a commitment to prioritize the sovereignty of U.S. agriculture and eliminate foreign threats.
Sources:
americanthinker.com
justthenews.com
cnbc.com
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