Fresh and Organic Produce Grown In Polytunnels

 

We rely on small and commercial polytunnels to cultivate a raft of crops and plants, from small polytunnel kits to multiple giant-sized housings. All may require the additional services of companies that provide major repairs, total polytunnel refurbishment services, or installation and construction services. UK growers need these vital services, whether for commercial polytunnel purposes or medium and small polytunnel kits.

We significantly rely heavily on fresh produce and food imports to meet our ever-developing taste and produce demands, sourcing from a diverse range of countries. Some of our top suppliers of food products include France, Italy, Africa, Germany, Chile, Ireland, and the Netherlands.

Both Spain and South Africa majorly contribute, with Spain exporting thousands of tonnes of various fresh fruits and crops. Morocco, Turkey, and Peru have also increased exports, particularly spices, herbs, and fruits, such as berries and avocados. One of the reasons why polytunnel refurbishments are a worldwide necessity.

 

The UK's dependence on imported fresh produce:

The UK's indifferent climate is well known for milder summers and cold cool, wet winters, that are not particularly conducive to growing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables year-round in certain locations. Crops like tomatoes, fruits, spices, salads and certain greens, do require more consistent warmth and sunlight than the UK climate can provide, throughout the year. The advancement in commercial polytunnels has continued and the popularity of small polytunnel kits is still growing, as we can buy coverings and system equipment to provide stable growing environments. To provide a year-round supply of fresh produce imports are a definite necessity, for greens, fruits, flowers and more.

Commercial operators, often depend on these services for ensuring checks for any repairs or minor and major polytunnel refurbishments, more than on small polytunnel kits, which are noticeably easier to repair and refurbish.

Importing certain fruits and vegetables can often be more cost-effective than for our commercial polytunnel operators, especially on labour costs, energy expenses for heating systems, and cultivation economies of scale, that is achieved by large producers in other countries and polytunnel refurbishments and repairs will always be a requirement for these types of housings.

 

Reducing our reliance on imports and finding better-growing methods, can help enhance our domestic food needs, UK commercial polytunnel growers look at new technology and other strategies. Utilising vertical farming frames, hydroponics, and miniature crops grown underground in UV light and heated spaces, can create optimal growing conditions for crops and plants, independent of external weather patterns. Polytunnels are at the mercy of year-round weather patterns and do need repairs or full or part polytunnel refurbishments, at one time or another to keep them optimally operating.

These methods can extend growing seasons and increase yields, new practices allow for year-round production of crops like strawberries, using stacked layers in controlled indoor environments, pitched polytunnels and other design-led options for commercial polytunnel operators, and even exploring new ways to improve growing techniques, aimed at commercial operators and keen gardeners who want to develop new experiences in their large or small polytunnel kits.

While achieving complete self-sufficiency may not be feasible due to climatic and economic constraints, these measures can significantly enhance the UK's domestic production, of fresh produce. By embracing innovation, supporting sustainable practices, and fostering collaborative ways, the UK can strengthen its food security and reduce dependence on imports. Large to small polytunnelrefurbishments are a consistent way to provide optimal growing conditions and increase the life expectancy of these versatile housings.