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Renewables in Ag scopes opportunities for feedstock
CROP residues could emerge as a new marketable commodity for growers as interest increases in low-cost, environmentally friendly feedstock sources for renewable diesel and hydrogen production.
Cows under panels and energetic pig farts: Farmers want to get more out of renewables
As the Renewables in Agriculture conference wound up in Toowoomba on Thursday evening, there were two major themes that emerged.
Farmers dig in on renewables as transition accelerates
Renewables in agriculture are gaining momentum across the nation as Australia pushes to reach its net-zero emissions target by 2050.
National Renewables in Agriculture Conference Makes Queensland Debut
The National Renewables in Agriculture Conference, an annual event, makes its Queensland debut on July 4, presenting innovative solutions at the intersection of agriculture and renewable energy.
Farmers who graze sheep under solar panels say it improves productivity.
Allowing livestock to graze under renewable developments gives farmers a separate income stream, but solar developers have been slow to catch on.
Solar saves Taralgon farmer
A saving of $400,000 is a substantial reduction in cost for any business, but when it was achieved through embracing various energy efficiency measures, it pays to take notice.
Garnaut’s carbon call for farms
“Not dealing with it is the peril and dealing with it is opportunity,” he said.
National Renewables in Ag conference to be at Dubbo
A national conference at Dubbo is aiming to help farmers cut costs, emissions and boost their resilience on-farm.
The fourth chapter of the National Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo
Conference founder Karin Stark said this chapter will further explore the growing innovation opportunities in renewables for reducing energy costs on farms.
Twenty Australian women influencing the agricultural industry
Australian agriculture has a contingent of female leaders and influencers that would be the equal of any in the world.
Farmers want more govt renewables support
Farmers wanting to make the switch to renewables as an energy source are facing too many hurdles, a conference has been told.
Event Alert
As energy prices rise, farmers are gathering to share their stories about beating bill shock with renewable energy, including one farm where the irrigation bill is expected to drop from $100 000 per year to $15 000.
Farmers for Climate Action supports national Renewables in Agriculture conference
Farmers, agricultural and energy experts, peak organisations, and government representatives will gather at this year’s national Renewables in Agriculture conference to exchange stories about exciting new on-farm solar and wind projects.
Renewables lead a new era
To beat high energy costs, producers are embracing renewables, and it’s paying off.
Sharing on-farm renewable energy projects in Albury
The future of on-farm renewable energy will be in the spotlight in Albury at the 2022 National Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo.
Renewables conference to be held in Albury
Albury will host the 2022 National Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo this August as interest in on-farm renewable energy explodes amid skyrocketing electricity prices.
How farmers are using renewables as energy prices grow
FARMERS are being urged to investigate incorporating renewable energy into their operations to avoid price pain of the emerging energy crisis.
ABC NSW Country Hour
Outside Broadcast from Dubbo and the renewables in Agriculture Conference
ABC NSW Country Hour
Broadcasting from the National Renewables in Agriculture Conference in Wagga Wagga