Solar panels give farmers another option

Benjamin Herrold
Mar 10, 2019
Mar 10, 2019 Updated Mar 12, 2019

Missouri Solar panels — The federal government is providing incentives for people who install solar energy systems.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — When farmers are thinking about utilizing solar power, Ches Heitmeyer says there are a number of factors they should consider. Through his company, Show Me Star Energy, he has worked with several farmers, and one of the first steps is thinking about how they want to use the technology.

Ches Heitmeyer, owner of Show Me Star Energy, says there are a number of factors farmers should think about when considering solar energy.
Photo by Benjamin Herrold

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