In 2003, 90 wind turbines went up across California farmland; crops and cattle stayed, while farmers continued using most of the land

Farmers in Northern California are capitalizing on wind turbine leases as a supplementary revenue stream while continuing their agricultural practices. These installations take up only a fraction of their farmland, allowing for uninterrupted crop production alongside renewable energy production. Although wind earnings contribute only a small part of overall farm income, they enhance financial security for many. This development signals a rising acceptance of renewable energy solutions in farming circles.