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Solar infrastructure being 'pushed' on rural communities without consideration for food security

Farmers have grown concerned that Government's clean energy ambitions is posing a risk to food production, food security and the aesthetic of the countryside

Chris Brayford
clock 鈥� 7 min read
Solar infrastructure being 'pushed' on rural communities without consideration for food security

Farmers have been left 'furious' after feeling like the Government is pushing solar infrastructure on their communities despite concerns it could impact food security. Ed Miliband Energy Security...

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