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OPINION: I understand the need to transition to renewable energy – but is destroying our rural landscape really the way to do it?

Livestock specialist Katie Fallon, discusses the impact of renewable energy developments on rural areas and natural landscapes

Katie Fallon
Livestock Specialist
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OPINION: I understand the need to transition to renewable energy – but is destroying our rural landscape really the way to do it?

This week's blog takes a step away from the farm, but not very far — because what happens to our land and our landscape affects us all. Last night I attended a public meeting in our local town, held...

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