That’s not entirely true. Zoning laws designate parcels intended for agricultural use. My farm land has zoning restrictions that prevent pretty much any kind o

That’s not entirely true. Zoning laws designate parcels intended for agricultural use. My farm land has zoning restrictions that prevent pretty much any kind of business activity other than farming. For example, I can’t host events like weddings more than four times a year. However, your point about exports is accurate. I can’t find affordable alfalfa for my animals, because it’s all being shipped overseas where it fetches a higher price.