Livestock shading system

For grassland farming, we have developed a shading system that mitigates the effects of climate change on grasslands and on livestock through rotating shading.

The key advantages the system

Compatible with cattle, sheep and goat framing, in the context of rotational grazing

Low footprint minimizing the impact on grassland and maximizing the space allocated to livestock

Animal safety with a comfortable minimum height under panels, adapted to the type of livestock

Protects animals under the panels in case of climatic hazards

Active control panels generating partial and rotating shade on the entire surface of the grassland

Compatible with agricultural machinery: up to 15 meters high

Optimized panel positioning to facilitate agricultural operations

Guarantees long-term income for the farmer and owner of the land

The agronomic benefits of partial and rotating shade

Protection against heat stress in grasslands and animals
Limiting evapo-perspiration, water stress and saving water
Reduced risk of spring frost
Improvement of animal welfare through shading and shelter in case of bad weather
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Results of our demonstration program

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Le rendement du mélange prairial, au mois le plus chaud (août) sous la canopée a atteint le double du rendement de la zone témoin et a été équivalent de juin à octobre (Souleuvre en Bocage, 2024)
-1°C
Sol plus frais d'environ -1°C et moins de températures extrêmes
+ 1 pt
Moins d’évapotranspiration sous la canopée
+1 pt d’humidité dans l’air sous la canopée (en septembre : 91,4% sous le témoin VS 92,3% sous la canopée)
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Le comportement semble similaire sous la canopée et le témoin

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Why choose us

Expertise

Independent French photovoltaic expert since 2016

Proximity

More than 270 employees working as close as possible to communities all over France

Growth

2.5 GWc under development in France. Goal of 5 GWc by 2027.

Presence

A team of experts to support farmers and develop the most appropriate solutions

Commitment

A company committed to biodiversity

FAQs

 
How are the solar installations supported? Is concrete used?

We prefer piled foundations to support our solar panel arrays. Metal stakes are driven directly into the ground tounder the panels in case of climatic hazards.

 
What happens in the event of a collision with the posts or panels during operations?

TSE and the farmer commit to taking out and maintaining damage insurance of their choice including a reciprocal waiver of recourse clause. In concrete terms, if the farmer damages the structure during operations, TSE's insurance will cover the repairs.

 
Are livestock shades compatible with all types of farming?

Livestock shades are suitable for sheep, goat and cattle farming in the context of rotating grazing.

 
Are there risks associated with electric and electromagnetic fields for animals?

Many sheep farms are already located on land equipped with ground power plants and no negative impact has been observed on the livestock. Studies on the effects of exposing animals to electromagnetic fields have not shown any proven effects. Our pilot livestock projects  aim to characterize the impact of electromagnetic fields on cattle and sheep.

 
Will there be noise under the shades?

Agrivoltaic installations continuously emit a low level of sound equivalent to that of a conversation, much lower than the noise level of roads, airports or even noises made by metal in livestock buildings, which animals are used to.