Greenhouse farming begins with an extensive assessment of the prices and all the costs for you to get started. Metallic Greenhouse prices are within reach for small-scale farmers, it is Aqua Hub where you can get cheap and effective greenhouses.
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Are Metallic Greenhouse Ideal for Farming?
Metallic Greenhouses are worthwhile to vegetable and flower farmers due to the ultimate efficiency and durability. It is with such structures that you can find a guarantee that you get high income returns. Unlike other wooden structures, steel fabricated greenhouses rarely fall during wind or heavy storms.
At all seasons therefore, your crops receive the right temperature for proper growth and maturity.
What Can I Farm inside a Metallic Greenhouse in Kenya?
- Variety of vegetables: tomato, Red, green and Yellow capsicum, Chilli, kunde
- Herbs : Chives, ferns
- Flowers : Roses, bougainvillea
- Cucumbers and
- Fruits : Strawberries
What is the best crop to grow in a Metallic Greenhouse?
The best crop to grow in a metallic greenhouse environment is the marketable and easier-to-manage crop.
Capsicum varieties are the best high value crops to do in a greenhouse due to the high demand in the market. In Kenya, a Kg of Capsicum fruit can be as high as KES 200 – 250 on a peak season.
Capsicum also requires less nutrients and pesticides to grow compared to tomatoes.
Red, yellow and green capsicum or anna F1 tomato variety are the most suitable options for faster markets.
Cost of Metallic Greenhouses in Kenya
Our metallic greenhouse structures come in different pricing as per the overall structure size. The cost can also depend on the available standard sizes and the custom sizes we install.
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Greenhouse Price and Construction in Various Parts of Kenya
Greenhouse Prices in Nairobi
Cost of Greenhouses in Nairobi could be favorable due to low cost of supply of materials. We can deliver and complete the construction faster the environs around Nairobi is near.
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Greenhouse Costs in Mombasa
The climate of Mombasa may result in slightly higher cost which also is due to high cost of material delivery from our offices.
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Cost of Greenhouse Installation In Nakuru
In Nakuru, we construct all types of greenhouses and prices may not be very much compared to that of Nairobi.
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Greenhouse Providers in Kisumu
Our Greenhouse prices as it costs in all regions will depend on the size of the structures and type.
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Greenhouse Construction in Eldoret
Often, greenhouse farming in Eldoret faces cold climate and may require extra features for hot temperature loving crops.
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Why Choose Aqua Hub for Your Greenhouse Needs?
- We are Known for Well Fabricated Greenhouses – Our Greenhouses are designed with technology to meet the standards of strength.
- Installation on time – we often strive to conduct quality structure construction and complete installation that meets the needs of the client.
- Custom Greenhouse Available – Our greenhouses are also custom as per the land and crop targets.
- Faster Response and free consultation – We respond to your greenhouse inquiries on calls, emails and text on time.
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Metallic Greenhouses Vs Wooden Greenhouses
Metallic Greenhouses cost a bit more than wooden-designed greenhouses. It would be wise to try metallic greenhouses if your budget can meet the cost.
In case you can’t afford a metallic structure, we can also help you design a durable wooden structure to start with. Learn how we structure our wooden greenhouses to last long.
Metallic Greenhouse Prices in Kenya
The Prices of our Metallic greenhouses ranges between KES 210,000 to KES 800,000 for common sizes. Costs may also go beyond for custom sizes.
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Metallic Greenhouse Specifications
- Galvanized steel frames
- Gutter height 3 m
- Top vented or tunnel Shaped
Materials for Metallic Greenhouse
- Galvanized steel profiles
- Steel tubes or metals
- Roofing arches made of curved steel metals
- Tapping Screws
- Polythene material
- Insect nets
- Drip Kits
- Crop support structures
Shade Net Greenhouses
We also have custom made structures that work the same as greenhouse structures to regulate temperatures in hot areas. It lowers temperature to enhance effective growing needs for crops.
Factors Affecting Greenhouse Prices in Kenya
Numerous factors decide how much greenhouse prices in Kenya ranges at. The key things include;
How big your Greenhouse is
Size of a greenhouse will affect the amount of materials it takes to fabricate and install it. The bigger the size, the more the materials and thus the higher the price.
The Kind of Greenhouse
As you might be aware, different greenhouse types are available prices ranges also differ with each of the types. Wooden and metallic greenhouses are available but wooden types cost lower than metallic ones.
Design of the greenhouse
Design also determines how much you need to start and setup a greenhouse. For instance comparing tunnel and vented designs, a vented type will cost more as it takes much roofing profiles and polythene cover.
Complexity of the greenhouse
The cost can also depend on how basic or complex a greenhouse can be. For example, some structures are built with lighting systems that allow photovoltaic emission for crop growth at night. Such greenhouses cost more than basic greenhouses.
Optional Greenhouse Construction Needs
- Water storage tanks
- Drip Kits
- Crop Support structures
- Closable Vents with roll up design.
What Other Metallic Greenhouse Prices | Expenses to Incur?
Automated irrigation systems also affects the prices of greenhouses on the assessment of overall cost. You can get automated drip kits at around 150,000 on maximum but size of greenhouse will matter.
Ventilation Fans and Heating systems
You can install ventilation fans to enhance air entry on the vent parts. Heating systems enhance temperature increase in extremely cold areas.
Pest Control
You may need to apply various pest control measures as per the recommendations of your agronomist. The most ideal solutions are pesticides for different pests and also incurs cost in production.
How to Choose the Right Metallic Greenhouse
Cost or Metallic Greenhouse Prices
The cost of developing and running a metallic greenhouse will determine which dimension, type and design to choose.
Climatic Condition
Consideration of climate tells you which structure to consider, for example windy regions require metallic greenhouses for strong durability.
Land Type
You should construct on a flat land with proper soil drainage and less rocky. If the soil is unsuitable you will need to incur cost in buying cocopeat and propagation bags.
Crop type
Crops growing conditions vary and thus the right greenhouse will depend on specific crop needs. For example you should know if your crops require more light, heat or cool conditions. Such needs may necessitate extra requirements such as lighting, heat and cooling systems thus higher cost.
Space
The size of land you have determines which greenhouse structure sizes is best for your land.
Advantages of Greenhouse Farming Compared to Open Field Farming
- Optimal Growing Condition – Design of a greenhouse with polythene covers and ventilation makes it conducive for crop growing.
- High harvest – With an improved temperature condition, crops mature fully and doubles production.
- Protection from Pest and Disease – Greenhouses prevent pest attack and diseases that occur from external conditions
- Land Utilization – Smaller piece of land is brought to utility and results to high yields.
- Affordable Prices – Cheap metallic Greenhouse Prices are available in the market (Aqua Hub Kenya)
Best Greenhouse Irrigation Method: Drip Irrigation
Drip irrigation allows higher rate of water utilization as it uses less amount to water entire greenhouse crops. We often advice our clients to use a drip irrigation system for watering high value capsicum, tomato, cucumber, flowers, vegetable and fruits.
Benefits of Drip Irrigation in Greenhouse Farming
- Effective distribution of water
- High precision and water conservation rates thus ensuring you don’t run out of water.
- Enhances nutrient supply and distribution balance
- Fungal infection rates reduce as the water only delivers the required water amount.
