Greenhouses are commonly used to grow horticulture crops with a short growing season. These structures provide a controlled environment where temperature, humidity, light, and other factors can be adjusted to create the ideal conditions for plant growth.
Many types of leafy greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries, and other crops are grown in greenhouses at Netafarm. By growing these crops in greenhouses, farmers are able to extend the growing season and produce high-quality produce year-round.
Greenhouses also offer protection from extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain, high winds, and frost, which can damage or kill delicate plants. In addition, the use of greenhouses allows farmers to grow crops in areas where the climate is not ideal for the specific crop.
Netafarm's agronomists use the latest technology and sustainable methods to control the environment inside the greenhouse, such as using natural pest control methods to minimize the use of chemical pesticides. This ensures that the produce is not only safe and healthy for consumption but also grown in an environmentally friendly way.
Greenhouse Grow Out.
Open field crops are usually commodity crops such as rice, wheat, corn, coffee, and other grains that require a lot of land and are grown in large quantities. These crops are typically grown in open fields where they are exposed to natural weather conditions.
Fruits are also mostly grown in open fields. This includes crops like oranges, apples, peaches, and many others. These crops are usually grown on trees and shrubs that can reach maturity in a few years and can bear fruit for many years.
Open field farming allows for large scale production and can be more cost-effective than greenhouse or indoor farming. However, open field farming also exposes crops to the elements and is more susceptible to weather conditions and pests.
Netafarm's agronomists use sustainable and responsible farming practices to grow these crops in open fields, such as using natural pest control methods and crop rotation to minimize the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. This helps ensure that the produce is safe and healthy for consumption while also protecting the environment.
Open Field Grow Out.
Soil growing is a traditional method of farming that is suitable for most crops. It involves growing plants in soil, using natural fertilizers and other organic materials to provide the necessary nutrients. Soil growing is a relatively low-tech method of farming and typically uses less electricity than other forms of farming. It is well-suited for countries with good quality soil that can support plant growth.
Hydroponics, on the other hand, is a method of growing plants without soil, instead using a nutrient-rich solution and a growing medium such as rockwool, coconut fibers, or clay pebbles. This method is mainly used for growing green leafy vegetables and small crops. Hydroponics is well-suited for countries that lack good quality soil or have low electricity prices.
Because hydroponics uses less water and can be done in a controlled environment, it is suitable for countries with water scarcity or harsh weather conditions. Also, it is a good choice for urban farming because it does not require a lot of space.
Netafarm uses both soil and hydroponic method of farming, depending on the crop and the location. We choose the method that best suits the crop and the environment to ensure that the produce is of the highest quality and safe for consumption.
