Agroterrorism, Resilience, and Indoor Farming

Authors

Nathalie N. Prescott

First Page

103

Abstract

Agroterrorism poses a significant threat to food supplies and the stability of agricultural markets. The industrialization of agricultural has substantially improved productivity and efficiency, but has also contributed to the sector’s declining resilience— the ability to withstand and adapt to stress and change. Consequently, agriculture has become increasingly vulnerable to possible agroterrorist attacks. However, by working to increase biodiversity and minimize the connected and concentrated nature of agricultural production, the industry can lower its vulnerability to attack. Indoor agriculture may be one way to accomplish this goal. This Article describes indoor agriculture, explains the concept of agroterrorism, and explores the potential risk of an agroterrorist attack on the United States. It concludes by suggesting possible ways to increase the resilience of the agricultural industry, particularly through the use of indoor agriculture.

Recommended Citation

Nathalie N. Prescott, Agroterrorism, Resilience, and Indoor Farming, 23 Animal L. Rev. 103 (2016).
Available at: https://lawcommons.lclark.edu/alr/vol23/iss1/4