Greenhouse Construction Company in Kenya

Aqua Hub LTD is a leading greenhouse construction company in Kenya known for quality and adaptable greenhouse units. Our greenhouse units vary in size from as small as 8 m by 15 m to even large ones of 16 m by 40 m. We construct greenhouses at convenient prices between KES 165,000 and KES 1,100,000. The structures are either metallic or wooden covered with UV-resistant greenhouse polythene. Greenhouse polythene controls the growing environment by enabling the right farming conditions.

Key Takeaways

• Greenhouse construction cost between KES 165,000 to KES 1,100,000.
• Greenhouse Size determines plant capacity and profitability
• High-value crops such as capsicum, tomato,
• Metallic greenhouses offer better long-term value
• Always budget for irrigation and labor
• Market planning is key to success
• Avoid low-value crops in greenhouses

Greenhouse Construction Company in Kenya: Why Cultivate in a Greenhouse?

Greenhouse Construction Company in Kenya

Climate is becoming unpredictable everyday with inconsistent rainfall which does not support year-round farming. A greenhouse protects crops from adverse rainfall or sunlight. By allowing light inside and trapping heat crops grow efficiently.

The design of the greenhouse allows for temperature and humidity control to optimal level for convenient crop growth. Weed growth is prevented and in return saves on labor cost.

You also utilize water because of reduced evaporation levels.

Cost of Greenhouse in Kenya

Greenhouse Construction Cost: Included Packages

The greenhouse construction caters for:

• Greenhouse Steel Pipes or wooden Poles
• Greenhouse Steel Profiles and wires
• Tapping screws
• Shade net
• UV treated 200-micron greenhouse polythene
• Insect net
• Drip irrigation Kit
• Cement, Sand and ballast

Other additional charges but cost inclusive:

• Site survey – clients are obligated to pay for site survey fee. Site survey is done to ensure site suitability and measurements.
• Transport of materials to site – the client may be required to pay the cost of delivery to the site.

Greenhouse Sizes and Prices in Kenya

Common standard wooden and metallic greenhouse in Kenya include:

• 8 x 15 m – KES 160,000 – KES 255,000.
• 8 x 24 m – KES 230,000 – KES 310,000.
• 8 x 30 m – KES 290,000 – KES 380,000
• 16 x 24 m – KES 460,000 – KES 700,000
• 16 x 40 m – KES 850,000 – KES 1,100,000.

Wooden Greenhouse Cost in Kenya

Wooden greenhouses are much cheaper to construct than metallic greenhouses. To build a wooden greenhouse expects to spend between KES 170,000 to KES 500,000. The cost may be even higher for structures exceeding 16 by 40m.

The downside of wooden greenhouse is its shorter lifespan compared to metallic ones. With proper care, it can last for 5 – 8 years before wooden poles start decay or weakening. To ensure they last long, wooden poles need to be treated with wood preservatives.

Advantages of Wooden Greenhouse

• Low cost of construction – favors low-income farmers.
• Easy to construct – it does not require fabrication and complex installation techniques.
• Flexibility – Can be expanded with ease.
• Strength – Wooden greenhouses can withstand heavy winds.

Metallic Greenhouses

Standard greenhouses for growing delicate vegetables and flowers. They are either tunnels or vented greenhouse designs for varying temperature requirements. Metallic greenhouses are made using steel metal pipes, UV treated polythene and nets.

Metallic greenhouses are highly durable because of uniform distribution of weight on the entire structure.

Best Greenhouse Construction Company in Kenya

If you are looking for a reliable greenhouse construction Company, you are in the right place. Aqua Hub LTD has helped over 1000 farmers start smart farming with their reliable greenhouses. Right from engagement, survey to installation, we provide design options, advise on profitable crops and growing practices to suit your production goals.

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What to Grow in a Greenhouse

• Tomato – indeterminate varieties such as Tylka F1 and Anna F1 do well in greenhouse environment.
• Capsicum – golden sun, Passarella F1 and California Wonder.
• Cucumbers – greenhouse enhance long growing season
• Strawberry – the hot environment enhances high yield of strawberries.

What Shouldn’t You Grow in a Greenhouse?

Greenhouse farming is not ideal for crops that require wide spacing and those that grow extremely tall.

Examples include:

• Sugarcane
• Maize (Corn)
• Peas
• Potatoes
• Rice
• Wheat
• Fruits such as avocado, citrus, mangoes.

How Many Plants Can Fit in a Greenhouse?

It depends on the spacing and the size of the greenhouse you have. For example, a greenhouse measuring 8 by 15 m takes 450 – 500 capsicum plants spaced 45cm apart.

Alternatives to Greenhouses

In case your budget cannot cater for greenhouse construction, we have alternative options such as:

• Shade net structure: ideal for vegetables, seedlings and herbs
• Bird net structure: Protects fruits and vegetables on the open field from bird attacks.

Shade net and bird nets are cheaper to buy, and use compared to greenhouse environment. We use UV treated shade nets available in sunlight levels of 35%, 55%, 75% and 90%.

Cost of Shade Nets in Kenya

Shade nets are sold at different prices as listed below:

• 35% – KES 13,000 per roll
• 55% – KES 19,000 per roll
• 75% – KES 26,000 per roll
• 90% – KES 36,000 per roll.

Things to Consider Before Venturing into Greenhouse Farming

Water availability – seek to ensure that you have nearby access to reliable and clean water.

Market access – explore market opportunities for different crops to decide which one has high demand and profit.

Soil Suitability – facilitate for soil test to check the PH, health and fertility to decide whether to use grow bags.

Training – Benchmark from successful greenhouse farmers to learn how they are managing their crops. You can also research or reach out to us for help from our farmers.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does it cost to build a greenhouse in Kenya?

KES 165,000 – KES 900,000.

2. How much does a wooden greenhouse cost in Kenya?

KES 150,000 to 460,000.

3. Which crops do well in a greenhouse?

Tomatoes, capsicum, cucumbers, and strawberries perform best.

4. How many plants fit in an 8×15 greenhouse?

500 plants.

5. Is greenhouse farming profitable in Kenya?

Yes, due to higher yields and off-season pricing advantages.

6. How long does it take to construct a greenhouse?

It depends on the size of the greenhouse. Takes 3 – 10 days or more.

7. What is the easiest thing to grow in a greenhouse?

Capsicum, tomato and lettuce.

8. How long does a greenhouse last?

15 – 25 years.

9. What not to grow in a greenhouse?

Sugarcane, maize, wheat, garlic, tubers, carrots and potatoes.

10. Which greenhouse construction company is the best in Kenya?

Aqua Hub LTD.