All About Greenhouse Prices in Kenya

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Understanding Greenhouse Prices and Dealers in Kenya

Greenhouse prices should be the firsthand information every interested farmer inquires about whenever they need a greenhouse. Understanding all greenhouse prices’ costs and breakdown structure enhances a good choice of size and greenhouse type.

Greenhouse structures at affordable prices enhance optimal growing conditions that meet the requirements for high yield of high-value crops.

With a low budget of KES 90,000, you can get a small custom greenhouse for a start, allowing you to grow up to 500 tomato or capsicum plants.

What factors affect Greenhouse Prices in Kenya?

The factors that affect the prices of greenhouse structures are;

The Size of the greenhouse structure

Greenhouses are valued differently according to their dimensions and specific sizes.

The sizes come in custom or standard sizes that are known to be viable in the greenhouse farming industry.

Common standard sizes are available in width and length dimensions of; 8 x 15 m, 8 x 24 m, 8 x 30 m, 16 x 24 m, and 16 x 40 m.

Construction Materials

Greenhouses are constructed using wooden structures, metallic structures with polythene covers or polycarbonate films.

The price will vary as per the materials used in the construction of the structure. For example, a greenhouse made of steel metal structure is more expensive than a wooden greenhouse. The cost is high because steel metals are expensive compared to wooden poles.

Greenhouse Design

The design decides the quantity of materials you need and thus affects the cost of the greenhouse.

Tunnel greenhouse design is an affordable option and also is simple to construct.

A vented Greenhouse requires extra metals or wooden poles thus more costly.

Location

The location affects the greenhouse prices depending on the transport costs to the region, site accessibility, greenhouse needs as per climate, and labor costs.

Greenhouse Prices in Kenya

The prices of Greenhouse in Kenya depend on the type, size, and additional components of the greenhouse.

Greenhouse Prices According to Type

Metallic Greenhouses

The cost of constructing metallic greenhouses in Kenya ranges between KES 200,000 to KES 1,000,000 depending on the dimension. Other sizes larger than the standard sizes can also be customized and costs increase with an increase in size.

Wooden Greenhouse Prices

Wooden greenhouse prices are between KES 165,000 to KES 400,000 but also depend on the specific dimension.

Greenhouse Prices according to Size

Metallic Greenhouse costs

Due to their highly durable and stable nature, they are costly but are worth your investment.

Prices are below;

• 8 x15 m – 230,000
• 8 x 24 m – 270,000
• 8 x 30 m – 365,000
• 16 x 30m –700,000

Wooden Greenhouse Prices

Prices are lower than metallic greenhouse types due to the availability of wooden poles.

• 8 x 15 m – 165,000
• 8 x 24 m – 180,000
• 8 x 30 m – 240,000
• 16 x 30 m – 390,000

Greenhouse Prices: Other Additional Costs

Other additional costs may also exist in the greenhouse prices packages available.

• Drip irrigation kits – range from KES 30,000 to KES 150,000 depending on the size of the greenhouse.
• Land Preparation – KES 10,000 to KES 15,000 to levelized and prepare beds
• Fertilizers – KES 8,000 to KES 10,000
• Pesticides – KES 3,000 to KES 5,000
• Site Visit – KES 3,000 to KES 5,000
• Installation – KES 10,000 to KES 50,000 depending on the location

Basic Requirements for Greenhouse Construction in Kenya

• Galvanized Steel frames
• Wooden Poles
• UV treated Polythene films
• Profiles
• Wiggle wires
• Tapping Screws
• Shade nets
• Fertilizer tank and injectors
• Nails
• Sand, Cement and Ballast

Alternative Materials for Constructing Greenhouses

• Polycarbonate – can be used as an alternative for polythene material. It is more expensive than polythene covers
• Glass – Also applicable as an outer protection but more costly and less durable. Commonly applicable in constructing greenhouses in Europe and North America.
• Painted metal – cheaper alternative to galvanized steel metal
• Treated timber – better choice for wooden greenhouses as it prevents termites.
• Insect nets – can be used on behalf of shade nets but depends on the crops to be grown.

Additional Requirements

They include;

1. Drip irrigation Kits
2. Water tanks and Support Stands
3. Crop Support structures
4. Planting or Seed trays
5. Misting Kits
6. Lighting systems
7. Hydroponic Structures.
8. Cocopeat

Greenhouse Efficiency and Prices Considerations

To ensure that you get an effective greenhouse while also paying attention to the cost of the structure, you should consider.

Durability: choosing a durable greenhouse goes way above reducing the cost of maintenance and repairs. The use of galvanized steel, treated timber, and quality polythene material is advisable.

Crop population: The target plant number ensures you get a perfect size that accommodates your plants sufficiently. Whether high or low budget, you can obtain an ideal greenhouse to solve your growing needs.

Suitable Crops : identify which crops can do well in your soil or region. You can consult agronomists to test your soil PH to advise which plants you should grow.

Profitability : According to the plants you choose to grow, conducting research will show which crops are profitable.

How to Choose the Right Greenhouse

1. Plan and assess the greenhouse options as per your budget.
2. Mind the climate of your area and consult on which greenhouse type to construct.
3. Find a reputable greenhouse supplier to deliver materials and handle the greenhouse installation.
4. Consider the management and maintenance needs of the greenhouse design and technology you want.
5. Assess the suitable irrigation methods to use.
6. Consider the cost and compare it to the anticipated returns to see which option is best for your case.

Wooden Vs Metallic Greenhouse: Which one should I Install?

Wooden Greenhouses are affordable and easily accessible options for most farmers in Kenya. Despite not lasting more compared to metallic greenhouses they can also be designed to be effective by using treated wood.

Metallic greenhouses last longer than wooden greenhouses and are worthy of your investment.

Benefits of Greenhouse farming Compared to Open Farming

1. Greenhouse environments can be controlled to provide optimal growth conditions.
2. The yield from greenhouse farming is higher compared to open farming.
3. Pest and disease control is easier.
4. Land utilization
5. Extended growing seasons

Looking for Affordable Greenhouse Prices? 

Are you interested in greenhouse farming in Kenya? Start greenhouse farming today with the help of Aqua Hub LTD. Our greenhouse construction technology enables us to design durable structures at Customer-friendly prices.

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