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A Win-Win: Sheep are creating new opportunities for farmers and renewable energy

January 24, 2025 11:50 AM

The growing solar industry is creating opportunities for sheep producers.

At the American Sheep Industry Convention, experts shared how solar grazing offers a win-win for farmers and renewable energy.

Russell Nemetz shares the story.

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