The Louisiana Legislature has established the Agricultural-Based National Security Priorities Task Force to address vulnerabilities in the state's agricultural supply chains and enhance food production security. This initiative arises from the recognition of Louisiana's diverse agriculture sector as a vital component of the state's economy, which faces threats from global disruptions, geopolitical competition, and technological vulnerabilities. The task force is tasked with studying farm security, domestic supply chain resilience, and providing recommendations to support farmers and food production, with a report due by March 21, 2027.

The task force will consist of various representatives from agricultural sectors, including aquaculture, cattle, and forestry, as well as officials from relevant state departments and organizations. Key areas of focus will include enforcing laws on agricultural land purchases by foreign entities, addressing vulnerabilities related to technology, securing farm labor, and incentivizing local agricultural input production. The task force is expected to convene its first meeting by October 21, 2026, and will operate without compensation, except for any per diem or expense reimbursements. The task force will dissolve upon the submission of its report or by the specified deadline in March 2027.