Australia is witnessing a growing trend among farmers investing in alternative energy sources to power their operations. Queensland farmer Laurie Brosnan from BettaPork shared their success story at the 2024 National Renewables in Agriculture conference held in Toowoomba. The family business invested in a biogas plant inspired by German technology, processing 120,000 liters of organic waste daily to produce biogas, supplying up to 200kW of power and reducing energy bills significantly. The biogas plant not only powers the farm but also tackles waste disposal effectively. However, challenges such as upfront costs, increasing network charges, power export limitations, and lack of payment for excess power to the grid are hindering full energy independence. Broader issues like needing backup generators during outages, strict regulations, and unrealized promises from the government further complicate the transition to clean energy. Despite these hurdles, BettaPork remains determined to explore avenues to enhance gas and power production. The farm's experience reflects the broader push for renewable energy in Australian agriculture. Similar challenges were faced by Pecora Dairy in New South Wales, which adopted solar and battery storage to sustainably operate its dairy and cheese-making operations. The dairy leveraged peer-to-peer energy trading to address network challenges and ensure uninterrupted processing operations. The experiences of BettaPork and Pecora Dairy highlight the opportunities and challenges in adopting renewable energy solutions in agriculture. While the path to energy independence may have obstacles, the commitment of these farmers to sustainability and innovation remains unwavering.