In a significant policy shift, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the cessation of financial support for solar and wind projects installed on productive farmland. Secretary Rollins emphasized the protection of prime agricultural land, effectively blocking taxpayer dollars from funding solar panels in these areas. This decision has raised concerns among farmers who have relied on such renewable energy programs. The USDA will also increase scrutiny of any remaining solar and wind projects on farms, though some may still proceed under stricter guidelines. Critics argue that this move undermines opportunities for sustainable energy development in rural communities.