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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2025 · 17 MIN

Farmers for Solar

from The Defender Podcast · host Civic Media

It’s no secret, Wisconsin has been rapidly losing its family farms, and with them, a way of life that’s defined much of our state for more than a century. But there’s a lifeline. In this episode, a southeastern Wisconsin farmer explains why he’s trading in some of his ethanol corn — for a chance to farm the sun. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Jay Wednt, farmer, Dean Kincaid, Inc.  Resources for you: Analysis reveals solar farms produce 100 times more energy per acre than corn ethanol Farmers for Solar Wind and solar emerge as cheapest options for powering Wisconsin

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