Eat more sheep. It appears that many farmers who allow solar panels on their property also use sheep to maintain the land; they utilize sheep for this purpose.
Just make sure that the meat comes from the good old USA.
Illinois farmers are finding that sheep and solar panels make a surprisingly good team, and as a result, they’re asking Americans to bring more sheep to the dinner table.
The practice, known as solar grazing, places flocks of sheep in large fields of solar panels to keep vegetation in check. According to Canary Media, it’s a win-win: Farmers earn income from both the clean energy projects and the sheep, while solar companies save money on mowing and maintenance. The animals even improve soil quality as they graze.
But for sheep farmers to make a living, there needs to be a stronger demand for lamb meat. Today, most lamb sold in the U.S. is imported from Australia and New Zealand, and American consumers often buy it only for Easter or in halal markets. Advocates say that expanding the market could unlock major benefits for farmers, consumers, and the environment.
