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February 18, 2025
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VERTICAL SOLAR PANELS ALLOW FARMS TO GENERATE MORE ENERGY

VERTICAL SOLAR PANELS ALLOW FARMS TO GENERATE MORE ENERGY

The use of upright double-facing solar panels on farmland could act as hedgerows in farm fields generating power while acting as windbreaks for crops and livestock, according to a recent report in New Scientist.

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February 4, 2025
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UN DECLARES 2025 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF COOPERATIVES

UN DECLARES 2025 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF COOPERATIVES

As we start 2025 – the International Year of Co-operatives (IYC2025) – many see this as an opportunity, growth and influence. Alongside Labour’s general election victory and its manifesto commitment to double the size of the co-operative and mutual economy this could prove to be a transformative period for co-operatives both nationally and internationally.

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January 14, 2025
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RSABI WORKING TO HELP PREVENT FARMING SUICIDES

RSABI WORKING TO HELP PREVENT FARMING SUICIDES

RSABI has introduced a full-time Suicide Prevention role reflecting the importance the organisation is placing on supporting farmers and crofters with their mental health.

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