Promoting Agriculture and Rural Prosperity in America

What it means

This order establishes an Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity, chaired by the Secretary of Agriculture. The task force will identify policy changes to promote rural economic development, remove regulatory burdens, and preserve family farms while ensuring food safety and security.

Expected impact

• Enhanced coordination between 22 federal agencies on rural and agricultural policies
• Potential reduction in regulatory barriers affecting farmers and rural businesses
• Likely prioritization of agriculture, energy development, and private property rights on public lands
• Greater input from state, local, and tribal officials on rural economic development initiatives
• Possible changes to estate tax rules affecting family farm transitions between generations