Solar energy

Growing apples under solar panels in a dual-purpose German orchard

Solar panels are now that cheap in Germany that it gives growers a real opportunity to use the panel surface in a different way, German farmer Christian Nachtwey tells Claire McCormack.

FEATURE 4 February 2026

Growing apples under solar panels in a dual-purpose German orchard

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Solar pipeline hits nearly 4,000ac in January

Solar pipeline hits nearly 4,000ac in January

RENEWABLES 4 February 2026

Solar farm debate continues in farming

Solar farm debate continues in farming

RENEWABLES 10 December 2025

Fears of solar investment collapse

Fears of solar investment collapse

Fears of solar investment collapse

NEWS 3 December 2025

Permission sought for another 900ac of solar

Permission sought for another 900ac of solar

Permission sought for another 900ac of solar

NEWS 5 November 2025

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National debate needed on land use as solar powers ahead

National debate needed on land use as solar powers ahead

There are two sides to every argument, but a national conversation is needed. And central to that conversation should be the Government’s national Land Use Review – which is nowhere to be seen.

VIEWPOINTS 23 July 2025

Centre of excellence on the shores of Lough Derg

Centre of excellence on the shores of Lough Derg

The Kelly farm at Ballycommon in north Tipperary are representing Arrabawn Tipperary Co-op in the this years NDC/Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

BREEDING & HEALTH 23 July 2025

New scheme to see solar and wind farm expansion in NI

New scheme to see solar and wind farm expansion in NI

The scheme aims to help achieve the Northern Ireland Climate Change Act’s target of 80% renewable electricity consumption by 2030.

NEWS 23 July 2025

Solar brings steady income to Meath farm

Solar brings steady income to Meath farm

For many farmers, securing a reliable, steady income is the ultimate goal. In recent years, solar energy has become a popular option for farmers to help achieve this, offering security and stability.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 23 July 2025

CCAC calls for speedier delivery of rooftop solar

CCAC calls for speedier delivery of rooftop solar

Government's climate advisers want solar panels covering the rooftops of more houses and non-residential buildings quicker.

RENEWABLES 23 July 2025

Further proof that solar farms can be built on bogs

Further proof that solar farms can be built on bogs

A less frequently asked question is why not build solar farms on cutaway bogs, areas of former commercial peatland that are typically flat, drained and often close to electricity infrastructure

RENEWABLES 23 July 2025

Sharp rise in solar planning as 1,100ac come into system

Sharp rise in solar planning as 1,100ac come into system

It’s been a busy month in the Irish planning system, with over 1,100ac worth of solar farm projects either approved or submitted across the country.

NEWS 23 July 2025

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Strong cow health after calving – the key to a successful breeding season

The weeks after calving are one of the most critical periods in the dairy year. Cow health during this post-calving phase has a direct impact on milk yield, fertility and overall herd performance.

Strong cow health after calving – the key to a successful breeding season

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