Do Only Americans Own America? Foreign Investment in Agricultural Lands in the United States with Larry Van Tassell

Foreign entities have been buying U.S. agricultural land for decades, but recent high-profile purchases have shone a spotlight on the practice. Critics argue it threatens our food security and allows foreign powers to exploit our resources. Others might see economic benefits outweighing any risks. A new article looks at the scope of foreign farmland acquisitions, the countries involved, the incentives driving this investment, and the key pros and cons for American agriculture. It’s been published by Dr. Larry Van Tassell, professor in Agricultural Economics at UNL and director of the Center for Agricultural Profitability. Read more: https://cap.unl.edu/policy-legal/do-only-americans-own-america-foreign-investment-agricultural-lands-united-states