Agribusiness Hub

Program Timeline

SALSA Program Overview

Program Goals

Increase Land Access

Promote inclusivity

by facilitating land access for Latinx and immigrant communities on the Front Range to establish agribusinesses within existing solar arrays.

Address land scarcity for farmers, particularly for Latinx and immigrant communities, by providing access to underutilized solar array land.

Promote Sustainable Agriculture

Integrate agriculture with renewable energy for sustainable and resilient food systems

Demonstrate Agrivoltaic Potential

Foster Economic Development

Simulate economic growth, create jobs, and increase revenue for participants

Showcase viability of agrivoltaics to inform future development and policy

Build Community Resilience

Empower underserved communities to become food producers for access to fresh healthy food

Strengthen Partnerships

Foster collaboration and nowledge sharing between solar companies, governments , and communities

Six Primary Requirements

Minimum: 2 years of agricultural experience.

Preferred: 5+ years of agricultural experience.

Must possess one of these

Must have a bank account.

Must have permanent residency or an authorized work permit.

Must be able to do a background check as verified by a third-party.

Must demonstrate the willingness and ability to register, start, and operate a business.

solar developers, asset owners, land managers, Latinx or immigrant community organizations or individuals email: nelson@coagrivoltaic.org