High Tunnel Operations

Site Selection

Numerous factors will determine the initial ost of site preparation for your tunnel. The site you select must be level and have fertile, well-drained soil. Access to water will be a necessity since plants will need to be irrigated throughout the growing season. If you will be growing early in the season, an underground line with a frost-proof hydrant may be necessary.

Another consideration will be power. If utilizing a double-layer cover, then electricity will be needed for the inflation fan. Larger tunnels may also require power for ventilation fans. The site selected will need to be accessible in the winter so that accumulated snow can be removed from the top and sides of the structure. All of these costs must be factored into your decision.

Site Selection is Important: