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La Ferme Urbaine

Agricultural consulting

Before you build, we study.

Before building, we study. Support to frame your hydroponic project: feasibility, business plan and technical follow-up.

What the support covers

  • 1

    Feasibility study

    Analysis of the land, the target crop and the production potential.

  • 2

    Business-plan support

    Costing, expected profitability and structuring of the investment.

  • 3

    Technical and agronomic follow-up

    Ongoing support on crop management over time.

Rangées de basilic en production sous serre hydroponique La Ferme Urbaine

Who it's for

  • New investors exploring hydroponic farming.
  • Landowners who want to make the most of their land.
  • Existing farms considering a transition to hydroponics.

Our greenhouses in production

Rows of basil grown hydroponically under greenhouse, here in Tunisia.

  • Long rows of basil inside a hydroponic tunnel greenhouse
  • Group visit inside a La Ferme Urbaine hydroponic greenhouse
  • Harvesting cherry tomatoes grown hydroponically under a greenhouse

Why study before you invest

A farming project is largely decided before the first planting. Bad sizing, poorly assessed land or a fragile business plan cost far more than serious study upfront.

Our support method

We always start from your real situation: your land, your budget, your production goals and the market you're targeting. Nothing is standardised, because no project is.

From there, we run a feasibility study, size the project, build the costing and estimate the profitability. The goal is simple: to give you a clear, honest view of your project's viability before committing a single dinar.

Building the subsidy application

In Tunisia, the AIPIA subsidy can cover up to −55% of the investment. But it requires a solid, coherent application. We build it with you, from study to submission, to maximise your chances.

This is often what sets a project that succeeds apart from one that stalls: the quality of the application and anticipation.

Support tailored to the Libyan market

Our expertise doesn't stop at Tunisia's borders. For projects in Libya, where the AIPIA subsidy doesn't apply, we focus support on training, the transfer of know-how and technical follow-up — the most useful levers for this market.

Agronomic consulting for your hydroponic projects

Before investing in a greenhouse, it is better to validate every assumption. La Ferme Urbaine offers independent agronomic consulting to design, finance and run your hydroponic project with complete peace of mind. From the first site visit to production follow-up, we bring clarity to each of your decisions.

A consulting journey, step by step

Our support follows a clear logic, from the first assessment through to operation. Each step secures the next and helps you avoid costly mistakes.

You keep control of the decisions; we bring the agronomic expertise that informs them, without ever imposing a choice on you.

This progressive approach turns an idea into a financeable project, and then into a farm that runs sustainably.

  • Assessment of the site and your constraints
  • Technical and economic feasibility study
  • Detailed design of the project and greenhouse
  • Guidance on the AIPIA subsidy (up to 55%)
  • Agronomic follow-up and troubleshooting

From assessment to design

It all starts with an assessment of your site: available surface, water resources, exposure and logistics. This reading of the ground determines how relevant your project will be.

Then comes the feasibility study, which measures your ambitions against technical and economic reality. On that basis, we design an installation sized for your objectives, without unnecessary over-dimensioning.

Getting the sizing right from the start protects your cash flow and avoids costly corrections once the greenhouse is installed.

Guidance on the AIPIA subsidy

Financing is often the point that holds back a farming project. The AIPIA public subsidy can cover up to 55% of the investment, provided you submit a solid application.

We help you structure your request and gather the expected technical elements. A coherent, well-argued application strengthens your chances with the administration and clarifies your financing plan.

We stay by your side throughout the review, ready to complete or clarify the file if the administration asks for it. This responsiveness can make all the difference to the success of your application.

Why independent consulting matters

Independent agronomic consulting defends the viability of your farm first. We think in terms of profitability, production consistency and outlets, and not only equipment.

Basil, the flagship crop, illustrates this approach: with a guaranteed buyback at 8 DT/kg, it offers a clear outlet on which to build a realistic business model.

Finally, our follow-up does not stop at commissioning. Facing a crop setback, you benefit from a diagnosis and concrete solutions, turning a problem into a simple adjustment.

A partner for the long term

Our role is not to hand over a study and then disappear. We see consulting as a long-term relationship, serving the profitability of your farm.

By combining technical expertise, knowledge of the local market and field follow-up, we help you turn an agricultural investment into a sustainable, well-managed activity.

In this way, every investment decision rests on a clear view of your objectives and your market, rather than on mere intuition, which protects the value of your project over time.

Frequently asked questions

What exactly does your agricultural consulting cover?

The feasibility study, business-plan support, building the AIPIA subsidy application and the technical and agronomic follow-up of the project.

When should I call on a consultant?

As early as possible: before investing. An upfront feasibility study avoids nasty surprises and secures the sizing.

Is consulting reserved for large projects?

No. New investors, landowners or existing farms: the support adapts to the size and maturity of the project.

Do you operate outside Tunisia?

Yes, notably in the Libyan market, with an approach focused on training and the transfer of know-how (the AIPIA subsidy, though, is specific to Tunisia).

Can you help me obtain the AIPIA subsidy?

Yes: we build the application with you, from the feasibility study to submission, to maximise the share that's covered (up to −55%).

Do you carry out a feasibility study on my land?

Yes. We assess the surface area, access to water and electricity, the target crop and the production potential.

Do I already need to own land to consult you?

No: the land is one of the things studied. We can discuss it from the first exchange, even before acquisition.

Do you help build the business plan?

Yes: costing, expected profitability and structuring of the investment are part of the support.

Does consulting necessarily lead to buying a greenhouse?

No. The goal is first to validate the viability of your project; the decision to invest remains yours.

How do I start the support?

Request a quote and select "Consulting": we'll get back to you within 48h for a first exchange.

Let's discuss your project

A first exchange to understand your context and your goals.