Water shortages, climate change and rising production costs are a few of the many challenges California agriculture has been facing in recent years. But researchers at UC Davis are looking at whether combining farming and solar energy could help farmers adapt. It’s a relatively new approach called “agrivoltaics.” CapRadio’s Gerardo Zavala visited the research site to learn more.

<p>Water shortages, climate change and rising production costs are a few of the many challenges California agriculture has been facing in recent years. But researchers at UC Davis are looking at whether combining farming and solar energy could help farmers adapt. It&rsquo;s a relatively new approach called &ldquo;agrivoltaics.&rdquo; CapRadio&rsquo;s Gerardo Zavala visited the research site to learn more.</p>

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<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>