A south west Victorian dairyfarmer is the first in Australia to try a portable solar and battery set-up that more-than provides for his dairy - and its 220-plus cows.

Peter Mulheron says although it's only been three months he expects to see a massive drop in power bills - and a guaranteed supply during blackouts. 

Rural reporter Gabrielle Hodson spoke to the Swans Marsh farmer who'd also like to see a cut in renewable energy red tape.

A south west Victorian dairyfarmer is the first in Australia to try a portable solar and battery set-up that more-than provides for his dairy - and its 220-plus cows.
Peter Mulheron says although it's only been three months he expects to see a massive drop in power bills - and a guaranteed supply during blackouts.&nbsp;
Rural reporter Gabrielle Hodson spoke to the Swans Marsh farmer who'd also like to see a cut in renewable energy red tape.

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The Rural News is market leader, dealing exclusively with stories of interest to the farming sector and has the support of Australia&rsquo;s largest media business and international correspondents.