Agriculture and National Security Act of 2024

This bill requires the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prioritize national security in addition to homeland security for food and agriculture systems. It mandates creating a new Senior Advisor for National Security within the USDA to coordinate department-wide efforts, liaise with the National Security Council, and engage stakeholders on vulnerabilities. The bill also allows USDA to share staff with defense and intelligence agencies to improve information sharing and risk mitigation, and requires biennial reports to Congress assessing specific vulnerabilities like foreign influence, supply chain risks, and cybersecurity threats. These reports must detail actions taken, policy recommendations, and resource needs to address gaps in food and agriculture security.