How long does a polyhouse last?

The polyhouse frame and glazing material have a life span of about 20 years and 2 years respectively. This type of greenhouse consists of a sensor, a comparator and an operator. The temperature, humidity and light are automatically controlled.

Which is better greenhouse or polyhouse?

Polyhouse is a type of greenhouse or we can say that it is a smaller version of greenhouse, where polyethylene is used as the cover. Lath house is one more greenhouse technology where wood is used as the cover. Poly house is cheaper as compared to greenhouse but the later is more long-lasting than polyhouse.

How much does polyhouse cost?

Medium cost/medium tech polyhouse with cooling pads and exhaust fan systems (without automation) = Rs. 900 to Rs. 1200/square meter.

How much is the subsidy for polyhouse?

For polyhouses, a farmer could get Rs 467.50 per sqm and can avail the subsidy for a total of 4,000sqm. Shade nets and polyhouses, if maintained well, can last for two to three years.”

Why is polyhouse farming?

A polyhouse provides your crops with a healthy aeration and drainage system. Poly House provides your plants in every season with the right environmental facilities. It also improves production by about 5 to 10 times. The period for cropping is much lesser in polyhouse.

What can you grow in polyhouse?

Polyhouse cultivation is used mainly for the following purposes

• Raising of seedlings in the nurseries.
• Raising of exotic vegetables like broccoli, lettuce, water melon, summer squash etc.
• Raising of vegetable crops like Capsicum, Tomato, Cucumber, Brinjal, Cabbage.

What is the cost of polyhouse for one acre?

Polyhouse Construction Cost per Acre

Wooden/ bamboo polyhouse	Metal structured polyhouse	Shed net
Bamboo/ wooden polyhouse cost per acre Rs. 2023500/-.	Metal structured polyhouse cost per acre Rs. 3035250/-.	Shed net cost per acre Rs. 1011750/-.

How do you maintain the temperature of a polyhouse?

Cooling of Polyhouse Changing the internal air into external air by putting the fan on. Installation of cooler on eastern or Western Wall not only keeps temperature low but maintains proper humidity also. Running water-misting machine can control the temperature of the polyhouse.

Can we grow mushroom in polyhouse?

In India, Mushroom cultivation is growing gradually as an alternative source of income. Mushrooms are a type of fungi and like many plants, it can be grown in “polyhouses”. Mushroom cultivation in polyhouse is one of the most profitable agribusinesses that can be started with minimum investment and space.

How many types of Polyhouses are there?

Based on the suitability and cost of construction, polyhouses can be further divided into three types. This is a simple low cost polyhouse structure which is constructed using locally available materials such as bamboo, timber etc. A protective covering of ultra violet (UV) film is used as a cladding material.