High Tunnels

High tunnel tomato crop study expanded

Aug. 2, 2106, Durham, NH – University of New Hampshire researchers have received a three-year grant for nearly $250,000 that will substantially expand research that aims to improve nutrient and pest management in high tunnel tomato production.

Bedding plants: unheated high tunnels an energy-saving option

In experiments comparing high tunnels with greenhouses for growing bedding plants, petunias finished in an unheated high tunnel (left) were shorter and more compact than those grown in a heated greenhouse (right).

Dec. 9, 2014, West Lafayette, NY — Energy costs account for one of the largest expenses in commercial greenhouse production of annual bedding plants.

High tunnels a growing option

High tunnels provide many of the benefits of a greenhouse but with much reduced cost, and their use is allowing some greenhouse operators to capture profits from additional markets.

Growing under cover

More and more fruit and vegetable farmers across Canada are incorporating the use of high tunnels in their operations.

USDA launching major hoop house study

Jan. 13, 2010, Washington – Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan has announced a new pilot project under the “Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food” initiative for farmers to establish high tunnels – also known as hoop houses – to increase the availability of locally grown produce in a conservation-friendly way.

CU high tunnel research: healthier yields, longer seasons

Dec. 8, 2008, Ithaca, NY — Fred Forsburg's tomatoes are perfect - tough to do in a certified organic operation where no pesticides, herbicides or fungicides are used. The Livonia farmer's secret: growing tomatoes in high tunnels.