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NFU Scotland begins partnership with solar power developer to reach climate and Net Zero targets

The Scottish farming Union said the deal could provide farmers and crofters with an additional income stream for farmers and crofters

Chris Brayford
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Iqony Solar Energy Solutions and NFUS said landowners and farmers should be reassured that the impact of PV installation encroachment on productive farmland would be 'marginal'.
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Iqony Solar Energy Solutions and NFUS said landowners and farmers should be reassured that the impact of PV installation encroachment on productive farmland would be 'marginal'.

NFU Scotland has confirmed a partnership with a solar power and battery developer to help the UK reach its climate and Net Zero goals. Representing more than 9,000 farming and crofting businesses, the...

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