California agriculture feeds the country and supports thousands of rural communities, yet farms face mounting stress

Water scarcity and drought threaten farming systems



In recent years, farms statewide faced a water shortfall of nearly 1.4 million acre-feet even after turning to groundwater

Continued land loss threatens food security


395,000 acres of cropland were fallowed in 2021 alone due to water shortages

Extreme heat puts farmworkers at risk


Agricultural workers are 35 times more likely to die from heat-related illness than workers in other industries

Economic pressure is driving farms out of business



California lost 7,387 farms (10.5%) between 2017 and 2022, mostly small and mid-sized operations.







Our 2030 impact goals directly address California's challenges






Enable 200-400 farms to conserve 1.5-4k acres via agrivoltaics*, including nearby land kept productive by water savings


Increase crop health and productivity by 10–15%, demonstrated through increases in water-use efficiency and reductions in canopy heat-stress exposure at pilot sites**


Implement and document at least three measurable improvements to field worker conditions at pilot sites


Help 4,000 California farms assess agrivoltaics feasibility using a public interactive tool, driving adoption and lowering risk



Deploy 200–400 MW of agrivoltaics to strengthen energy security and economic resilience


*Agrivoltaics to be defined

**Pilot sites are those developed or recognized by HARVEST California for agrivoltaics testing and demonstration.

Tell the story

We build a clear narrative explaining what agrivoltaics is and why it matters to California agriculture and communities.

Partner for amplification

We build a visible, diverse network of collaborators to accelerate progress and reduce risk.

Build capacity and readiness

We equip farmers, energy partners, and agencies with the tools and knowledge they need to move forward.

Expand access and equity

We ensure small farms and disadvantaged communities can participate in and benefit from agrivoltaics.

Demonstrate feasibility

We show that agrivoltaics can work – economically, operationally, and agronomically – for California producers.

Generate long-term impact

We support durable pathways grounded in trust, financial resilience, and evidence that keep benefits in agricultural communities.

Our strategy to achieving our goals