Should the government ban foreign entities from purchasing U.S. agricultural land?

Foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land has nearly doubled in the last decade, sparking intense debate about national security and food sovereignty. While foreign entities currently own about 3% of privately held farmland, critics warn that purchases by adversaries like China could threaten the food supply chain or facilitate espionage near military bases. Proponents of restrictions argue that land is a finite strategic resource that must be protected for American citizens. Opponents argue that these purchases provide vital capital to rural economies and that broad prohibitions could violate international trade agreements or property rights.