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U.S. Strengthens Agricultural Security Amid Farmland Vulnerabilities

2/12/2026

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On February 11, 2026, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen agricultural security.
The MOU addresses farmland vulnerabilities, including Chinese nationals.
The partnership involves the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop technology and exchanges.
Rollins stressed the collaboration protects the food supply and research institutes.
Lawmakers, including Rep. John Moolenaar, supported the initiative for national security.

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Story summary

On February 11, 2026, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen agricultural security.
The MOU addresses farmland vulnerabilities, including Chinese nationals.
The partnership involves the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop technology and exchanges.
Rollins stressed the collaboration protects the food supply and research institutes.
Lawmakers, including Rep. John Moolenaar, supported the initiative for national security.