Power costs continue to rise, and a lot of farmers are asking the same question: could solar work on my farm?

In this episode, you’ll hear from Chris McArthur from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority’s (EECA) Solar on Farms programme and Rhys Mackenzie, a dairy farmer who’s making the move to solar on his farm. Together, they talk through what solar and batteries can realistically do on a dairy farm, where they add value, and what you need to think about before you invest.

You’ll get independent advice from Chris McArthur, alongside practical on-farm insight from Rhys Mackenzie as he shares what sparked the decision, what surprised him, and what he’d tell other farmers thinking about solar.

Find out more:

• Read the farm case study: Fairbank Farms
• Watch Fairbank Farms' experience with solar on farm 
• Sign up to find out about EECA Solar on farms news and open days
• Read: Practical guidance for solar on farms | Inside Dairy
• Solar power on-farm information | DairyNZ

EECA Solar helpline for farmers

A dedicated solar helpline for farmers and growers, providing independent, practical guidance to help you make informed decisions. Call the team on 0800 300 643, or email us at solar@eeca.govt.nz 

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