J. Huete Greenhouses has completed the second phase of a glass greenhouse renovation project in northern Spain for Planasa, focusing on one hectare dedicated to raspberry cultivation. "This ambitious project includes technological and structural improvements that will allow our client to increase its efficiency and agricultural yield," the company shares.
First, pest-repellent mesh has been installed on the windows to ensure a protected environment against insects and other pests, thereby reducing the need for pesticides and improving plant health. Furthermore, traffic within the greenhouse has been optimized with new anterooms, facilitating the movement of people and equipment, improving logistics, and reducing the risk of cross-contamination.
Moving air will be key to maintaining an optimal environment. Horizontal air recirculators have been incorporated in the anterooms and vertical recirculators inside the greenhouse. These devices will create active microclimates, reducing humidity and optimizing energy costs by improving air distribution. In addition, a high-pressure misting system, known as the Fog System, has been installed. This system will maintain optimal humidity conditions for raspberry cultivation, helping to control temperature and reducing water stress on the plants.
Advanced cultivation tables will also play a crucial role in this renovation. Movable microtunnel cultivation benches have been used, which will improve the system's climate tightness and efficiency, allowing for more precise management of the microclimate around the plants. Regarding heating, a new boiler and modulating gas burner with overhead tubes have been implemented, providing efficient and uniform heating, crucial for the plants' acclimatization areas.
Irrigation and water control will be optimized through the installation of booster pumps, irrigation carts, and micro-sprinkler systems. These systems will ensure precise and efficient irrigation, optimizing water use and ensuring that the plants receive the exact amount of water needed. In addition, the electrical and climate control systems have been improved with new electrical panels and advanced sensors, allowing for automation and a more effective response to environmental conditions.
Finally, the complementary infrastructure includes a new cutting and planting room, as well as a cold storage facility, ensuring the quality of the final product and providing adequate space for handling and storing the raspberries.
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