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La Ferme Urbaine

Hydroponic greenhouse

1,652 basil plants on 200 m²

A turnkey NFT hydroponic greenhouse, designed for professional basil production.

A complete solution including the structure, the NFT hydroponic system, installation, training and technical support.

surface area
200 m²surface area
basil plants
1,652basil plants
Indicative production / year
2,900 kgIndicative production / year

How the greenhouse works

Growing is soil-less, in the NFT system: the roots bathe in a film of nutrient solution circulating in a closed loop.

Diagram of an NFT growing channelThe nutrient solution is pumped from a tank, flows as a thin film through a slightly inclined channel where the plants grow, then returns to the tank in a closed loop.
1. The nutrient solution is pumped from the tank.2. It flows as a thin film along the plants' roots.3. It returns to the tank — a closed loop, sparing with water.

Technical specifications

Surface
200 m²
Basil plants
1,652
Indicative production
2,900 kg/year
System
NFT hydroponics
Installation
Turnkey
Training
Included
Technical support
Agronomic follow-up

Production is given as an indication for a basil crop and is not guaranteed: it depends notably on the land, the water and crop management.

Would you like to review the detailed production, operating-cost and profitability estimates? Download the complete model brochure.

What's included

A greenhouse delivered ready to produce.

  • Structure

    Farming greenhouse sized for your surface area, designed for hydroponic growing.

  • NFT system

    Growing channels using the nutrient film technique, installed and calibrated.

  • Hydraulic circuit

    Pump, tank and circulation of the nutrient solution, ready to run.

  • Assembly and electrical work

    Complete assembly of the greenhouse and electrical installation on site.

  • Transport

    Delivery of all the equipment to your land.

  • Training

    Initial training in crop management, included on delivery.

APIA · Agricultural investment

Prepare your investment support application with us.

Agricultural investment support schemes may be available depending on project eligibility. Our team can assist with the preparation of the application.

The Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (APIA) is the Tunisian public body that supports private investment in agriculture.

Any support payment may take 1 to 2 years after the application is filed.

Programme applicable in Tunisia only.

After delivery

You're not left on your own: initial training, monthly sessions and five years of agronomic follow-up.

  1. 1

    Initial training

    On delivery, getting to grips with the greenhouse and the NFT system.

  2. 2

    Monthly sessions

    Monthly appointments to fine-tune crop management.

  3. 3

    Agronomic follow-up

    Support on the nutrient solution, pruning and maintenance.

  4. 4

    3-year contract

    Contractual support over five years, renewed automatically by tacit renewal, from start-up to stable production.

200 m² NFT hydroponic greenhouse

The 200 m² model is our entry-level NFT hydroponic greenhouse, designed to launch professional production without tying up a large plot of land.

Who is the 200 m² greenhouse for?

Do you want to move into soilless farming without taking on excessive risk? The 200 m² model is built for you. It suits project founders, young farmers and families who have a modest plot and want a controlled activity from the very first season.

This surface stays easy to manage day to day: one person is enough to handle crop management, harvesting and routine upkeep. You keep control of every step, without depending on a large workforce.

It is also the ideal format to validate your project before considering an extension. You learn the trade on a solid footing, then grow at your own pace. Depending on project eligibility, agricultural investment support schemes may be available; our team can assist with the preparation of the application.

The NFT system on 200 m²

The NFT technique (Nutrient Film Technique) circulates a thin film of nutrient-enriched water in contact with the roots. The plants draw exactly what they need, which speeds up growth and keeps quality consistent.

On 200 m², the hydraulic circuit is sized to feed all the growing lines evenly. Water that is not absorbed is collected and put back into circulation: NFT hydroponics thus uses far less water than open-ground farming, a decisive asset in the Tunisian climate. In a country where water is becoming a precious resource, this frugality is a game changer for a sustainable operation.

You work standing up, on clean channels, with no weeding or tilling. Working comfort and production hygiene are markedly improved.

Technical benchmarks for basil

Basil is our flagship crop. On the 200 m² model, the technical benchmarks are as follows; production is indicative and not guaranteed.

You focus on crop management; we support you with commercial outlets. The purchase conditions are detailed in the model brochure.

The detailed production, operating-cost and profitability estimates are in the complete model brochure, which you can download from this page.

  • 1652 basil plants installed
  • Indicative production: about 2,900 kg of basil per year
  • NFT hydroponic system
  • training and technical support
  • turnkey installation included

A turnkey handover and three-year follow-up

Our offer is fully turnkey. We handle the greenhouse steel structure, the NFT system, the hydraulic circuit, the electrical installation, transport, on-site assembly and initial hands-on training. You receive an operation ready to produce.

Support does not stop at delivery. You benefit from initial training, monthly sessions and a three-year agronomic follow-up under a service contract. Our agronomists stay by your side to fine-tune nutrition, prevent disease and optimise your yields.

We also guide you through preparing your APIA application, when your project is eligible.

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of this hydroponic greenhouse?

Our greenhouses are quoted on request, according to size and your project. Depending on project eligibility, agricultural investment support schemes may be available; our team can assist with the preparation of the application.

What does the turnkey offer include?

The structure, the NFT system, the hydraulic circuit, assembly and electrical installation, transport and initial training. A greenhouse ready to produce.

How long does it take to install the greenhouse?

Once the project and application are validated, the turnkey installation is carried out by our teams. The precise schedule is confirmed in your quote.

Are training and follow-up included?

Yes: initial training on delivery, monthly sessions and agronomic follow-up as part of a three-year contract.

Where can I review the profitability estimates?

The detailed production, operating-cost and profitability estimates are in this model's brochure, which you can download from this page.

How does the APIA application work?

Agricultural investment support schemes may be available depending on project eligibility. Our team can assist with the preparation of the application. Any support payment may take 1 to 2 years after the application is filed.

What daily maintenance is involved?

Three main tasks: balancing the nutrient solution, pruning the plants and maintaining the circuit. They're learned during the training, on your own greenhouse.

Do I need good land to install the greenhouse?

Hydroponics frees you from soil quality. What matters most is a location, access to water and electricity — land unsuitable for conventional farming can work.

Can I change crops later?

The NFT system suits leafy and aromatic crops. We advise you on the crops suited to your greenhouse and your market.

What happens in a power cut?

A well-sized system tolerates short interruptions. Our recent installations include a solar power supply for greater autonomy.

How do I get a quote for this model?

Click “Request a free quote”: we get back to you within 48 hours to review your project.

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