Wind turbines provide Kansas rancher half his income

In 2006, the largest wind energy project in Kansas began operating in the Flint Hills. Rancher Peter Ferrell, the fourth generation on his land since 1888, installed 50 turbines on his property. The royalties have since provided half his income and protected him against the volatility of ranching. Thanks to this financial security, Ferrell can pass the farm debt-free to...