30-50%
Energy cost reduction
Diesel
Dependency reduced
Cold Chain
Protected
Remote
Sites powered
Why Solar for Agriculture
The business case for solar
Agricultural operations — from irrigation systems and pack houses to cold storage and dairy operations — are often located in remote areas with unreliable grid connections. Many farms rely heavily on expensive diesel generators, making energy one of the largest input costs after labour and land.
Ground-mounted solar arrays and hybrid systems offer farms a path to energy independence. With abundant land and open skies, agricultural properties are ideally suited for large solar installations. Battery storage ensures continuity for critical operations like cold chain, irrigation pumps and milking systems.
The Problem
The energy challenge
Rising tariffs, load shedding and grid instability are hitting this sector hard. Here's what we see:
Remote locations with unreliable grid supply and expensive Eskom connections
High diesel costs for pumping, irrigation and backup generation
Cold chain and pack house operations require uninterrupted power
Energy costs are a significant input cost affecting crop margins
Limited capital for infrastructure investment in seasonal businesses
Our Solution
How SolarXgen solves it
Irrigation Pumping
Solar-powered irrigation systems reduce diesel consumption and operating costs for water-intensive crops.
Cold Room & Pack House
Solar and BESS for cold storage and processing operations — protect product quality and reduce energy costs.
Ground Mount Arrays
Open agricultural land is ideal for ground-mount solar installations with optimal orientation.
Off-Grid / Hybrid
For remote sites with no grid access, solar-battery hybrid systems replace expensive diesel generation.
Dairy & Livestock
Power milking parlours, feedlots and livestock operations with reliable solar energy.
Seasonal Flexibility
System designs that account for seasonal load variations across planting, growing and harvesting cycles.