'How much does a hydroponic greenhouse cost?' is the first question of every project developer. The honest answer: it depends on the size and on what is included. This article explains what a turnkey price covers and how the subsidy changes the real bill.
What a turnkey price includes
A turnkey price is not limited to the structure. It includes the greenhouse, the NFT system, the hydraulic circuit, the assembly and electrical installation, transport, and the initial training. Comparing a turnkey price with a simple materials price therefore makes no sense — see the breakdown on our hydroponic greenhouses.
- A greenhouse structure sized for your surface area.
- An NFT system installed and calibrated.
- Hydraulic circuit and electrical installation.
- Transport and on-site assembly.
- Initial training in crop management.
A price benchmark: the 200 m² greenhouse
All our greenhouses — from the 200 m² greenhouse to the larger 500 m² greenhouse and 1000 m² greenhouse, and bespoke projects — are priced on quotation.
The real price after the AIPIA subsidy
The amount invested is not the final cost. In Tunisia, the AIPIA subsidy can cover up to −55% of the investment. A greenhouse can therefore work out considerably cheaper once the application is accepted. We explain this mechanism in our article on the AIPIA.
The real criterion: return on investment
A price should not be judged on its own, but in light of what it brings in. With the guaranteed buy-back of the production, a greenhouse generates predictable revenue. The full calculation is detailed in our article on the profitability of a hydroponic greenhouse.