The Oregon Department of Agriculture released a brochure encouraging farms to go green.

Although there are obvious ways such as “non-till farming” to save fuel and fertilizer use and precision irrigation to save water, officials are suggesting innovated ways to make the change.

Using or producing renewable energy is exactly that. Renewable energy can be harvested on farms and the best part is farms can get credit from the government if they choose to do so.

Some farmers produce canola oil to use in biodiesel-powered vehicles, whereas some dairy farmers capture methane gas produced by cows to use in fuel that powers electricity.

Farms may also be energized or produce energy by solar systems, wind turbines, small hydropower facilities and geothermal systems.

For more information download a brochure on renewable energy here.

If you would like to start a green farm or if you’d like to acquire cash through a refinance for green improvements to your property contact Farm Plus Financial. Farm loans are available today and a representative is ready to assist you with farm loans. Call 866-929-5585 or visit online for more information regarding farm loans.