HENRIETTA, N.Y. — A local farm has found a way to grow crops and generate solar energy on the same land.
For four generations, Remelt Farms in Henrietta has produced a variety of crops, from corn to Christmas trees. These days, the family farm is harvesting chrysanthemums and sunlight.
Charlie Remelt said a few years ago they decided to lease 25 of their 100 acres for solar use in an effort to generate income to keep up with expenses and taxes. News10NBC reporter Brett Davidsen visited the farm to see how renewable energy and farming are co-existing…