My First Million
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Midwest Agricultural Data Center Development
For: Tech companies needing data storage, agricultural landowners looking for alternative revenue
The Problem
Tech companies need massive data storage capacity, while agricultural landowners face pressure from commodity price cycles and need alternative revenue streams
The Solution
Develop data centers on agricultural land throughout the Midwest, creating 'data is the new oil' infrastructure hub similar to Cushing, Oklahoma for oil storage
Why Now?
Massive data storage needs from AI and cloud computing, cheaper land and energy costs in Midwest, infrastructure investment push, farmers need alternative income
Build MVP in 7 Days
Map potential sites near major fiber infrastructure
Contact 10 farmers about land lease interest
Research zoning requirements in target counties
Connect with utility companies about power capacity
How to Validate
Revenue Model
Land acquisition + development, lease to tech companies, revenue sharing with original landowners
Competitive Moat
Land control in strategic locations, utility relationships, regulatory approvals, network effects of data center clusters