At present, the picture of farming is changing rapidly. Farmers around the world are now succeeding in increasing their income manifold on the basis of traditional farming as well as modern technical experiments and excellent jugaad. Farmers are looking for new ways to reduce costs in farming and deal with natural disasters. In this context, a visionary farmer of America has created such a unique confluence of farming and energy production, which is being discussed all over the world today. This American farmer has made such a brilliant solution by installing solar panels in his fields, which is not only earning him bumper income, but he has also received a big and prestigious national award in the agriculture sector. This modern experiment has brought a new revolution in the agriculture and energy sector, which is being seen as the future of tomorrow. A unique combination of agrivoltaic technology and farming: Traditionally, farmers have believed that land can be used either for growing crops or for generating electricity through solar farming. But this American farmer has set a great example by combining these two concepts. He installed solar panels on his fertile land in such a way that vegetables could be cultivated on a large scale right below them. This technology is called Agrivoltaics globally, in which the same piece of land is used twice. The height of the solar panels has been kept so high from the ground that tractors and other agricultural equipment can easily move in and out and there is no hindrance in the maintenance of crops. Due to this unique setup, on one hand the crops in the fields are protected from the scorching and scorching heat of the sun, while on the other hand green energy is also continuously produced on a large scale. How does this special Jugaad work and what are its benefits? Under this unique agricultural model, the farmer has mounted a total of 832 modern solar panels above the fields at a height of about 10 feet. The biggest advantage of being at such a height is that under the shade of the panels, excellent yields of maize, broccoli and other nutritious vegetables are being produced. Keeping in mind the American climate and strong sunlight, this device is proving to be no less than a boon, because during the summer days when the crops get burnt due to excessive sunlight, this solar shade provides them natural protection. Moreover, half of the total electricity generated from this system is directly used for agricultural purposes and irrigation, thereby completely eliminating the burden of huge electricity bills. The remaining excess electricity is being supplied to the local community and nearby needy families, further increasing the social utility of this project. Prestigious national honor along with bumper earnings. When any innovation or jugaad starts benefiting the society and the environment simultaneously, then success automatically follows. This revolutionary and visionary step of this American farmer attracted the attention of agricultural experts. His hard work and excellent farming model has been awarded the prestigious 'Farmer of the Year' award under the North American Agrivoltaics Awards. Receiving this big award has not only boosted the morale of this farmer, but has also given a message to farmers all over the world that they can increase their income to the sky by making best use of modern technology even at low cost and limited resources. During this award ceremony, the jury also highly appreciated the thinking of the farmer, in which he has set a new example by combining the fields of agriculture and green energy. Future of environmental protection and sustainable farming: This whole matter is not limited to just earning or awards, rather it creates an excellent blueprint of environmental protection and sustainable farming for the coming generations. In this era of global warming and climate change, on one hand agricultural land is being continuously affected, on the other hand this model of solar energy is playing an important role in reducing carbon emissions. Moisture remains for a longer period under the shade of solar panels, which reduces water consumption to a great extent as compared to traditional farming. Environmentalists believe that if farmers of other countries of the world and India also adopt such practical and modern Jugaad, then the cost of farming can be reduced to half. This American farmer has today become a source of inspiration for the whole world, which proves that farming with true dedication and new ideas definitely leads to success.
