Explore Agrivoltaics: Free Events for California Farmers This Fall
California farmers are facing mounting challenges, including rising energy costs, water scarcity, and increasing pressure on farmland. But a promising solution is emerging: agrivoltaics, the practice of combining solar energy production with agriculture. This innovative approach offers a way to generate clean energy while maintaining productive farmland, potentially improving water efficiency, crop resilience, and farm income.
This fall, farmers across California are invited to attend four free events designed to explore how agrivoltaics can support working lands and strengthen farm resilience. These events are tailored specifically for farmers, ranchers, and landowners who want to learn more, share experiences, and help shape the future of agrivoltaics in California.
Agrivoltaics Community Roundtable – Central Valley
Thursday, October 30 | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM | UC Merced | Lunch included
This roundtable focuses on Farmer-to-Farmer Exchange in the Central Valley. Hear directly from a German orchard farmer and California growers who are already experimenting with agrivoltaics. Learn what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how this approach might help save water, cut energy bills, and keep farms strong. This is a working session designed to foster open discussion about water, energy, costs, and practical solutions.
Register Here: Agrivoltaics Roundtable at UC Merced Ticket
Agrivoltaics Community Roundtable – Southern California
Friday, October 31 | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Pitzer College (Claremont) | Lunch included
This roundtable shifts focus to Community & Policy Perspectives in Southern California. Alongside the German farmer, California growers, solar experts, and community voices will explore how agrivoltaics could fit into the region’s agricultural landscape. Participants will identify practical next steps toward pilot projects and discuss how policy and partnerships can support adoption.
Register Here: Agrivoltaics Roundtable at Pitzer College Ticket
UC Davis Agrivoltaics Site Visit & Networking
Tuesday, November 4 | 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM | UC Davis Agrivoltaics Testing Site + Farm Brewery
This farmer-exclusive event offers a hands-on look at agrivoltaics technology in action. Hosted at UC Davis, the site visit provides a foundation for the following day’s conference and concludes with a relaxed networking session at a nearby farm brewery. It’s a great opportunity to connect with other farmers, exchange ideas, and build community in a relaxed and informal setting.
Register Here: UC Davis Agrivoltaics Testing Site Tour
3rd Annual California Germany Agrivoltaics Conference
Wednesday, November 5 | 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM | UC Davis
This full-day conference is California’s premier platform for agrivoltaics. With over 200 attendees and more than 30 expert speakers, the event will explore agrivoltaics as a cornerstone of future farming. Topics include system design, sustainable business models, smart grid integration, and real-world case studies from both California and Germany. The conference aims to strengthen transatlantic collaboration and accelerate the growth of agrivoltaics as a sustainable farming solution.
Free for farmers — fill out a short form to access your complimentary ticket. Request your free ticket here: Farmer Ticket Registration.
Agrivoltaics is quickly becoming a vital tool for the future of farming. It offers a way to produce clean energy while keeping land in agricultural use. These four free events are designed to help California farmers explore how agrivoltaics can work for their operations, whether it’s saving water, reducing energy costs, or building long-term farm viability. We hope you’ll join us in the field and be part of this growing movement.
