Will farming under solar panels take off?

Published: 9/11/2025
Will farming under solar panels take off?
Farming under solar panels, known as agrivoltaics, offers potential financial security for farmers like Harpal Dagar in India. Despite challenges such as reduced light for certain crops and higher installation costs, the concept has shown promise with increased income and risk mitigation. Solar power companies are advocating for government subsidies to make agrivoltaics more widespread and beneficial for agricultural communities, with the goal of achieving climate resilience and sustainable farming practices in the future.