California is a national leader in both agriculture and renewable energy. As the state continues to expand solar energy development, there is growing interest in agrivoltaics, a practice that combines farming with solar energy production on the same land. While this approach may help preserve farmland and increase energy generation, its performance and cost-effectiveness are not yet well understood in California’s major farming regions. This study evaluates whether basic agrivoltaic systems are viable in three key agricultural areas: the North Central Valley (near Chico), the South Central Valley (near Bakersfield), and the Salinas Valley. By modeling three simple agrivoltaics configurations, we estimate how solar panels may affect sunlight availability for four major crops: lettuce, tomatoes, wheat, and strawberries. We also assess the likely costs of installing these systems and survey farmers in each region to understand their willingness to adopt agrivoltaics and the barriers they perceive. Initial findings suggest a limited economic potential for agrivoltaic systems; however, the outlook may be more promising in regions with higher sunlight availability. This research provides new insights that can help inform and align energy and agriculture goals in California.