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Tennessee farmer leased 100 acres for solar and kept century-old farm in family

timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 19hShare

A Tennessee farmer chose to lease family land for a solar project. This decision allows continued ownership while generating income for future generations. The Yum Yum Solar facility, a 147-megawatt project, became operational in May 2026. This lease provides a steady income stream, addressing farming challenges and land fragmentation. The project highlights a growing trend of farmers balancing energy production with land preservation.

First report: Tennessee mechanic quit his job after solar farms gave his sheep 400 acres to graze — timesofindia.indiatimes.com, 3d