Greenhouses provide a good environment for the thriving of a variety of vegetables and fruits. The technology of constructing greenhouses enhances the structures to attain optimum temperature and humidity levels. Such optimal conditions make crops grow in greenhouses faster and yield better.
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Ways to Construct a Greenhouse for High-Value Crops
A greenhouse structure to protect high-value crops should be a viable and long-lasting structure. You need a design that can withstand harsh conditions such as strong winds, heavy rainfall, and high humidity.
Several designs exist to choose from depending on the crops you decide to start growing.
You can construct a greenhouse of tunnel or Vented Structure. All these designs use metallic or wooden structures.
Vent greenhouse designs have ventilation on one part of the roof. On the other hand, tunnel ones contain ventilation on the side walls.
What are the Ideal Crops you can Grow in Greenhouses?
Mostly, crops that need hot temperatures and low humidity thrive well in protected areas and greenhouses. Such Crops include.
1. Tomatoes
Tomato farming requires high control as it is prone to diseases such as blot, Downy mildew, and other fungal infections. Tomatoes do well in a hot environment where humidity is low.
Growing in greenhouses lowers water use, increases the harvest period, and prevents fruit rot.
2. Capsicum
Capsicum, also known as pilipili hoho produces a higher yield when grown in a greenhouse. The plant produces big juicy fruits for continuous long seasons.
3. Cucumbers
A greenhouse environment enhances the effective growth and yield of cucumbers. Sufficient water and nutrients are fed to the cucumber plants. Support structures also enhance the maximum growth of the plant.
4. Peppers
Red Peppers and chilli peppers are among the best crops to cultivate inside a greenhouse environment.
5. Strawberries
Strawberries are grown in beds or containers inside a greenhouse environment.
Greenhouses protect the plant from pests and diseases. It also helps in early fruit production.
6. Watermelons
Watermelon varieties develop well in hot environments, and you can optimize the temperature.
Suppliers of Greenhouses in Kenya
Aqua Hub is the top greenhouse supplier. We advocate for farmers to grow in greenhouses as a move to increase yield and promote sustainability.
We deliver an ultimate long-lasting structure as per the needs of our clients.
Cost of Greenhouses in Kenya By Aqua Hub
The cost of greenhouses in Kenya varies from KES 130,000 to KES 1,000,000 depending on the size of the structure.
Grow in Greenhouses| Complete materials for A Greenhouse Installation
- Greenhouse Polythene Cover – We use UV-treated polythene cover to house a greenhouse structure. We prefer 200-micron UV-treated polythene film due to its excellent light transmission.
- Steel Metal Structure – A greenhouse is built using a steel structure connected with tapping screws. Alternatives are wooden poles.
- Insect Nets – for covering ventilation parts of the greenhouse.
- Drip Kit – drip kits are for supplying water to the crops precisely.
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