Solar-powered irrigation systems are increasingly being introduced in semi-arid regions to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability. A mixed-methods approach combining economic modelling and qualitative interviews was employed to assess system viability and farmer acceptance. The average net profit per hectare over three years is estimated at 250, with significant variability across different regions of Chad. Despite initial skepticism, solar-powered irrigation systems are being widely adopted by farmers in Chad due to their reliability and cost-effectiveness. Government subsidies should be provided for the installation of solar-powered irrigation systems to promote wider adoption.
Ali et al. (Sat,) studied this question.