Metallic Greenhouse Structures in Kenya
Aqua Hub Kenya is known for their expertise in fabricating and installing durable metallic greenhouse structures.
Our metallic greenhouse structures are made of galvanized metal frames made of steel. Steel is a strong non-corrosive metal that guarantees strong operational greenhouse structures for crop production needs.
Metallic Greenhouse Structures in Kenya
Most farmers in Kenya are shifting to metallic greenhouses due to their long shelf life and ease of management. Due to their durable and effective nature, they make production effective from one season to another.
Specifications of Metallic Greenhouse Structures
- All designs are in different sizes according to the client’s farming project requirements.
- We use 300-micron greenhouse polythene to cover the structure. It provides an optimal temperature for the growth of plants.
- Sides are covered with shade net materials to enhance proper ventilation.
- Transparent yellow or Brilliant white polythene covers.
- Designed with straight steel poles connecting arch roofing poles
- Profiles and Wires support the greenhouse covers.
Cost of Metallic Greenhouse in Kenya
|
Dimensions in meters |
Approximate Crop Population |
Price in KES |
|
8 x 15 |
600 |
KES 230,000 |
|
8 x 24 |
800 |
KES 270,000 |
|
8 x 30 |
1,200 |
KES 365,000 |
|
16 x 30 |
1,500 |
KES 700,000 |
Requirements for Constructing Metallic Greenhouse Structures
- Steel Metal Poles
- Arch or Roofing Metal Poles
- Tapping Screws
- Profiles and Wires
- Greenhouse Polythene
- Insect net or Shade Net
- Cement, Sand and Ballast
What You Need to Start Greenhouse Farming
- Water tank
- Planting trays
- Cocopeat
- Lime
- Drip irrigation Kits & Misting Kits
- Crop Support
- Seedlings
How to Start Greenhouse Farming in Kenya
Once your metallic greenhouse is complete, you need to begin preparing for crop propagation. In most cases, you always have a profitable crop in mind that you want to grow. If not, here is the list of greenhouse plants with high profitability.
- Capsicum – Red, green, and yellow capsicum fetch high prices in the market
- Tomato – Does well in hot environments such as greenhouses. It is profitable and produces fruits for a long season.
- Cucumber – when grown in greenhouses, they produce big fruits which fetch high prices in the market.
- Strawberry – Strawberry fruits are grown in greenhouses to allow optimal growth and prevent birds and pests.
Which Greenhouse Structure Size Should I Construct?
The choice of greenhouse size to construct is unlimited and depends on many factors below.
- Cost of the greenhouse: a greenhouse’s size determines how much it will cost.
- Size of the Construction area: You choose the appropriate greenhouse size per the land size available. If your space is big, you can construct a larger greenhouse.
- Design of the greenhouse: consider the design that suits your region, concerning wind activity and weather conditions.
- Crop population: Plan the appropriate size of the greenhouse by assessing the crop number you can do.
- Management: Choose a size that you can manage to monitor and control.
- Climate: hot areas may require the construction of greenhouses with big ventilation spaces.
- Greenhouse farming plan: It also equates to the greenhouse size with the maximum number of plants to accommodate.
Where to Locate Your Metallic Greenhouse Structure
A greenhouse needs to be placed in an area that receives sunlight in most hours of the day. The place should be free from trees and tall buildings.
Soil drainage also needs to be considered with preference being a well-drained loam soil. Your area has to be a flat region to enhance greenhouse stability.
Best Metallic Greenhouse Structures in Kenya
The best metallic greenhouse designs are done by Aqua Hub Kenya, an elite construction company in Kenya. We deal with the fabrication, designing, and installation of various structures including greenhouses, solar dryers, and shade nets.
Our greenhouses can either be simpler or complex designs depending on the growing conditions required by our clients.
Low-Cost Metallic Greenhouse Structures in Kenya
We construct a low-cost metallic greenhouse structure, and they are available in different sizes such as 8 x 15m.
How Much Can a Small Greenhouse Structures Cost?
The cost of small greenhouse structures may range from KES 65,000 to KES 180,000 depending on the size.
What are the Benefits of Greenhouse Farming?
Effective Environment: A greenhouse makes the growing environment effective for crop production.
Bounty Harvest: Due to control and high efficiency, crop yields are high.
Long growing Season: the crops remain productive year-round due to optimal growing conditions all the time.
Pest and Disease Control: Lower chance of crop attack from pests and diseases.
Land Utilization: Small backyards produce more crop yields thus more beneficial than when left open.