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(Check ALL that apply)(Required) Leafy greens and vegetablesSuch as lettuce, spinach, kale, swiss chard, cucumber. Orchards, fruits or berriesSuch as strawberries, pears or other fruit. Vineyards. Agroforestry. Shade-grown coffee and cocoa. Root cropsSuch as carrots, beets, and radishes. 6) Which, if any, of these income streams are of interest to you? (Check ALL that apply)(Required) Energy cost savingsBy generating their own solar power, farmers can significantly reduce their energy bills. These savings can be reinvested in the farm or used for other purposes. Renewable energy credits/certificatesFarmers in certain regions can generate Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) for producing clean energy, which can be sold to utilities or entities needing to meet renewable energy or carbon offset targets. Government incentives and grantsMany governments offer financial incentives, such as tax credits, rebates, or grants, to promote the adoption of renewable energy systems, including solar power installations on farms. Power On-Site Processes Farmers can use the solar energy generated on their farm to power various on-site processing activities, such as cold storage, drying, and milling, enabling them to produce value-added products and command higher prices in the market. Leasing land for solar installationsFarmers can lease a portion of their land to solar developers or utility companies for the installation of large-scale solar projects. This can provide a stable, long-term income source. Solar-powered agro-tourismFarmers can create educational and recreational experiences centered around solar energy and sustainable farming practices, attracting tourists and generating additional income. AgrivoltaicsBy integrating solar panels with agricultural activities, farmers can generate additional income from improved crop production and solar energy generation. Agrivoltaics systems often lead to increased overall land productivity and diversified revenue. Selling excess solar energyFarmers can sell the surplus energy generated by their solar panels back to the grid through net metering or feed-in tariff programs, depending on the local regulations and utility policies. What is your primary goal or hope to achieve?Please briefly list previous grants achieved, including the funder and the title of the fund or grant, the amount of funding and what it was used for.CAPTCHA
