US Farmers Switch to Renting Out Sheep as Lawn Mowers for Solar Sites.
US farmers are diversifying their income streams by renting out their sheep to solar farms to graze on grass around the panels, helping them stay afloat amid a multi-year slump in the US agricultural economy. The service has become a lucrative alternative to traditional farming methods, allowing farmers to cover expenses and generate profits. With soaring debt and slumping incomes affecting many crop producers, this novel approach is gaining traction among farmers.
- As more farmers turn to solar grazing, it highlights the resilience of rural communities and their ability to adapt in the face of economic uncertainty.
- What role will this trend play in shaping the future of agriculture, particularly with regards to environmental sustainability and carbon sequestration in the context of climate change?