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'Learning along the way' with agrivoltaics

25 Jul 2025

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Dual land use, with pigs and cattle grazing under solar panels, has unlocked new opportunities for Waitangi Farm in Waiuku. Mostly importantly say Nigel and Merrin Upchurch, it aligns with their values. You can find photos and read more about this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:16 - Feeding time at Waitangi Farm5:03 - Homecoming and an ecologist's 'classroom'9:10 - What is agrivoltaics?12:40 - Lightyears Solar17:52 - Pioneering effortWith thanks to:Nigel and Merrin Upchurch, and Matt Shanks of Lightyears SolarMake sure you’re following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don’t miss new episodes every Friday evening.Want to chat to us or find out more about RNZ Podcasts? Join the RNZ Podcasts Discussion Facebook group where we share behind the scenes info about our series, and invite you to share feedback, recommendations and ask us questions.Send us your feedback or get in touch at [email protected] to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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