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16
Sep

Agri-Solar Meets Medicinal Herbs: First Expert Meeting at the SUNfarming Innovation Center

By U. Eckmann Comments are Off

Rathenow, Germany — The SUNfarming Innovation Center recently hosted its first expert meeting on medicinal herbs, welcoming selected farmers, technicians, and agricultural engineers to explore new opportunities at the intersection of Agri-solar and high-value crops.

Medicinal herbs such as sage, nasturtium, and chamomile are currently being cultivated under solar modules at the Innovation Center. These crops are considered especially attractive in the premium market segment, offering agri-solar farmers new economic perspectives. The first trial results are expected as early as next year.

Looking ahead, specially developed agri-robots will take over the full production cycle — from sowing and cultivation to harvesting. Several robotic systems are already being tested directly on site.
In parallel, we developed Agri-PV greenhouse systems tailored for industrial customers, particularly in the data center sector. These closed systems use industrial waste heat to create optimal growing conditions for medicinal herbs, ensuring both efficiency and sustainability.


With these innovative multi-use concepts, we go far beyond renewable electricity generation with battery storage. We deliver legal certainty for the use of industrial waste heat and open new economic opportunities for both agriculture and industry.

As a leading provider of Agri-solar solutions, we continue to adapt to market needs — combining energy, agriculture, and industry to create sustainable solutions for the future.