The GrowPro Start greenhouse represents the foundation of modern Dutch greenhouse farming. For decades, this type of greenhouse has helped farmers increase food production, protect crops, and improve reliability compared to traditional open-field agriculture.
Designed as an accessible entry into protected cultivation, the GrowPro Start model allows farmers to take their first step into modern greenhouse production without the complexity and cost of high-technology systems.
Open-field farming is increasingly affected by unpredictable weather conditions such as frost, hail, excessive rainfall, drought, and extreme heat. The GrowPro Start greenhouse creates a controlled growing environment that protects crops from these risks while still allowing growers to farm using familiar methods.
This protection results in:
More reliable harvests
Earlier crop production compared to field cultivation
Reduced weather-related crop losses
Improved crop quality and consistency
The GrowPro Start model focuses on practical, low-technology solutions that provide clear benefits without unnecessary complexity.
Key characteristics include:
Natural ventilation for temperature management
Basic climate control for stable growing conditions
Water-saving irrigation methods
Efficient protection against rain, frost, and excessive sunlight
Durable structures designed for long-term agricultural use
This approach keeps the system robust, affordable, and easy to operate, making it ideal for farmers transitioning from open-field production.
Unlike many high-tech greenhouse systems, GrowPro Start greenhouses are designed for soil-based cultivation.
The soil can be:
Enriched with organic matter
Improved with proper drainage
Conditioned to optimize crop growth
Managed to reduce water consumption
These improvements significantly increase production potential while maintaining natural growing practices.
In its purest form, the GrowPro Start greenhouse supports local food systems and community-based agriculture.
It is ideally suited for:
Organic vegetable production
Local fresh-market farming
Small and medium-sized commercial farms
Regional food security programs
Farmers entering controlled environment agriculture (CEA)
By combining simple greenhouse technology with proven farming knowledge, GrowPro Start helps farmers produce healthy, reliable, and locally grown food throughout more of the year.
The GrowPro Start greenhouse is designed as a durable, low-technology production greenhouse that combines the reliability of Dutch greenhouse engineering with practical farming solutions. The structure focuses on long-term durability, natural climate management, and efficient water and energy use.
Greenhouse Type: Naturally ventilated glass greenhouse
Structure Material: Hot-dip galvanized steel structure
Design Life: 30+ years structural lifespan
Span Width: Typically 6 – 9 meters
Section Length: 3 – 4 meters
Gutter Height: 3.0 – 4.5 meters
Total Height: 5.0 – 7.0 meters depending on configuration
The structure is engineered for long-term agricultural use and suitable for both small-scale farms and expandable commercial greenhouse developments.
Material: Tempered horticultural safety glass
Light Diffusion: Approximately 30% internal diffuse coating (haze)
Glass Thickness: Typically 4 mm tempered glass
Light Transmission: ±90% PAR light transmission
Expected Lifetime: 30+ years
The diffuse glass coating distributes sunlight more evenly across the crop canopy. This improves photosynthesis efficiency, reduces plant stress, and increases crop uniformity compared to direct sunlight.
Benefits include:
Improved light distribution within the crop
Reduced leaf burn and heat stress
Higher photosynthesis efficiency
More uniform plant development
Material: Multiwall polycarbonate panels
Panel Thickness: 16 mm
Insulation Value (U-value): approx. 2.5 – 3.0 W/m²K
Light Transmission: approx. 75 – 80%
The 16 mm multiwall polycarbonate sidewalls provide excellent thermal insulation compared to single-layer materials.
Energy and climate benefits include:
Reduced heat loss during colder periods
Lower heating energy requirements
Improved internal climate stability
Reduced condensation formation
In practical greenhouse operation this can reduce heating demand by approximately 20–30% compared to single-layer coverings, while maintaining strong natural daylight levels.
Primary Ventilation: Continuous roof ventilation windows
Ventilation Type: Natural chimney-effect ventilation
Vent Area: Typically 20–30% of roof surface depending on design
Roof ventilation allows warm air to naturally rise and escape through the greenhouse roof. This creates stable air movement and effective cooling without the need for complex mechanical systems.
Optional features include:
Insect netting for protected crop production
Automated vent control systems
Ventilation: Natural roof ventilation
Humidity Control: Passive ventilation and crop management
Screen System: Single internal energy and shading screen
The single energy/shading screen serves two important functions:
Reduces excessive solar radiation during warm periods
Retains heat inside the greenhouse during colder nights
Typical benefits include:
Up to 30–40% reduction in heat loss at night
Improved temperature stability
Lower heating costs
Reduced plant stress during high radiation periods
Irrigation Method: Drip irrigation or micro irrigation
Water Efficiency: Controlled irrigation reduces water consumption
Fertigation: Compatible with standard nutrient dosing systems
Efficient irrigation management ensures precise water delivery to the crop root zone, minimizing water waste and improving plant growth.
Growing Method: Soil-based cultivation
Soil Management: Enrichment, drainage improvement, and soil conditioning recommended
Crop Support: Optional trellis and crop support systems depending on crop type
This system allows farmers to maintain familiar soil-based cultivation practices while benefiting from the protection of greenhouse production.
GrowPro Start greenhouses are suitable for a wide range of crops including:
Tomatoes
Peppers
Cucumbers
Leafy greens
Herbs
Strawberries
Organic vegetables
| Description | <colspan=”2″>Dimension [metric] | <colspan=”2″>Dimension [imperial] | <colspan=”2″>No. of units | <colspan=”2″>Unit size [metric] | <colspan=”2″>Unit size [imperial] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 22.4 m | 73′ 5 7/8″ | 7x | 3.2 m | 10′ 6″ |
| Width | 12.80 m | 42′ | 2x | 6.40 m | 21′ |
| Height | 4.0 m | 13′ 1½” | |||
| Area | 286.7 m² | 3,086 ft² |
| Description | <colspan=”2″>Dimension [metric] | <colspan=”2″>Dimension [imperial] | <colspan=”2″>No. of units | <colspan=”2″>Unit size [metric] | <colspan=”2″>Unit size [imperial] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 28.8 m | 94′ 5⅞” | 9x | 3.2 m | 10′ 6″ |
| Width | 12.80 m | 42′ | 2x | 6.40 m | 21′ |
| Height | 4.0 m | 13′ 1½” | |||
| Area | 368.6 m² | 3,968 ft² |
| Description | <colspan=”2″>Dimension [metric] | <colspan=”2″>Dimension [imperial] | <colspan=”2″>No. of units | <colspan=”2″>Unit size [metric] | <colspan=”2″>Unit size [imperial] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 28.8 m | 94′ 5⅞” | 9x | 3.2 m | 10′ 6″ |
| Width | 25.60 m | 83′ 11⅞” | 2x | 6.40 m | 21′ |
| Height | 4.0 m | 13′ 1½” | |||
| Area | 737.3 m² | 7,936 ft² |
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