Evie Haupt, an Iowa farmer, has notably increased her revenue by leasing land for wind turbines. This extra income has been instrumental in alleviating her farm debts following her husband’s passing. Even though the turbines occupy less than an acre, she continues her traditional farming practices on the bulk of her land. The rise of wind power is transforming the financial prospects for rural landowners nationwide.
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