Pointers for building a Greenhouse
EXTERNAL (Environmental Impact assessment)
Before the installation of any HCGTec will conduct and intensive environmental assessment of the site to ensure that the minimum requirements are met. Special consideration would be given to protect the structures that are located on hillsides so the topography does not shade the structure during sunrise or sunset.
Soil study: the soil should be well drained to avoid water logging and flooding. The use of compost, peat, or other organic materials will be used to help improve drainage and quality.
Topography: the productivity of the Greenhouse will be most effective if the structure is built on a slightly elevated structure in all directions. The construction site should be leveled and well-drained with maximum exposure to the sun and adequate availability of running water.
EXTERNAL (Environmental Impact assessment)
Before the installation of any HCGTec will conduct and intensive environmental assessment of the site to ensure that the minimum requirements are met. Special consideration would be given to protect the structures that are located on hillsides so the topography does not shade the structure during sunrise or sunset.
Soil study: the soil should be well drained to avoid water logging and flooding. The use of compost, peat, or other organic materials will be used to help improve drainage and quality.
Topography: the productivity of the Greenhouse will be most effective if the structure is built on a slightly elevated structure in all directions. The construction site should be leveled and well-drained with maximum exposure to the sun and adequate availability of running water.
Water supply: water is essential for maximum production. An external irrigation system could be used to administer the required quantity of water. Rain or municipal water in will be stored cisterns that are easily cleaned.
The selection of the irrigation system will be chosen depending on the farmers desires and type of crop desired for growth, which includes an injector, drip tape, or overhead sprinkler.
INTERNAL (SERVICES):
tto ensure that all environmental conditions are met, instruments will be use for optimal crop production which includes:
Thermometer: temperature readings.
The selection of the irrigation system will be chosen depending on the farmers desires and type of crop desired for growth, which includes an injector, drip tape, or overhead sprinkler.
INTERNAL (SERVICES):
tto ensure that all environmental conditions are met, instruments will be use for optimal crop production which includes:
Thermometer: temperature readings.
Hygrometer: measures the humidity (the level of moisture in the air)
Light Meters: measure the intensity of light.
Electrical conductivity meter: measures the total amount of all fertilizer mineral salts in a solution which includes total soluble salt levels in water, fertilizer solutions and leachates.
Magnifying lens: use for the observation and identification of pests and disease symptoms.
Bio-fertilizers: will be available for in 10 and 20 pound bags for sale.
It is essential that the Greenhouse be as tight as possible so that it retain both heat and humidity
The construction of high tunnel structures are strong but yet can be easily dismantled during the hurricane period, to avoid lost of material and plants. All lumber for construction MUST be treated with an environmentally safe preservative such as CCA.
The construction of high tunnel structures are strong but yet can be easily dismantled during the hurricane period, to avoid lost of material and plants. All lumber for construction MUST be treated with an environmentally safe preservative such as CCA.
