Kojadmal Jat, a 60-year-old farmer in Rajasthan, India, runs the state’s
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Why in news
Rajasthan's first farmer-owned agrophotovoltaics (APV) project demonstrates a dual-income model combining solar power generation with maize cultivation.
Background
The pilot project covers nearly 3 acres and generates 600 kW of power. It was funded partly through a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme and aims to diversify farmer income while ensuring food security.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TAgrophotovoltaics (APV): A dual-use land system where solar panels are installed above agricultural crops.
- FactThe Rajasthan pilot project generates 600 kW of power and yields ₹4.48 lakh annually per acre after investment recovery.
- PlaceRajasthan is the site of the state's first farmer-owned APV project.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how agrophotovoltaics can serve as a viable model for achieving dual objectives of rural energy security and agricultural income diversification in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- income diversification for farmers
- land-use efficiency
- financial barriers to adoption
- synergy between renewable energy and food security
Keywords: Agrophotovoltaics · Income Diversification · Food Security · Renewable Energy · CSR Funding
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