Kentucky Grandma Rejects $26M Offer to Convert Farm into Data Center

August 8, 2026

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An 82-year-old Kentucky woman declined a $26 million offer to transform her family farm into a data center. This decision highlights the ongoing tension between agricultural land use and the growing demand for data centers. InfraSale's audience should note the implications for land development and community impact in rural areas.

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