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Trump Cuts Solar Funding, Prioritizes Farmland and Nuclear Energy

8/24/2025

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President Trump halted federal funding for solar projects on productive farmland due to rising costs and land access issues.
The USDA will limit loan eligibility for large solar projects and prioritize American-made energy solutions.
Mississippi officials back the USDA's policy, highlighting the need to preserve farmland for food security.
The emphasis will shift to reliable energy sources, such as nuclear and natural gas, rather than solar and wind.

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President Trump halted federal funding for solar projects on productive farmland due to rising costs and land access issues.
The USDA will limit loan eligibility for large solar projects and prioritize American-made energy solutions.
Mississippi officials back the USDA's policy, highlighting the need to preserve farmland for food security.
The emphasis will shift to reliable energy sources, such as nuclear and natural gas, rather than solar and wind.