Structure and Design
1. Types:
• Low-Cost/DIY Greenhouses – Built with wood, bamboo, and UV polythene, ideal for smallholder farmers.
• Commercial Greenhouses – Made with steel frames, insect nets, and durable film; efficient but costlier.
2. Size:
From 8×15m units to over 1000m2 commercial setups.
3. Features:
UV polythene cover, ventilation, drip irrigation, raised beds or hydroponics, and sometimes rainwater harvesting.
Benefits
1. Year-round crop production
2. Reduced pests and diseases
3. Efficient water use
4. Higher yields per m2
5. Generates income
6. Shields crops from extreme weather