Designing and building high-performance greenhouses and indoor farms cultivation efficiently and effectively requires specialized expertise. The Resource Innovation Institute has published the Facility Design & Construction Best Practices Guide to support not only producers, but their design and construction partners, as well. According to RII, the guide helps users:
Speak the language relevant to greenhouses and indoor farming facilities
Understand types of CEA facilities optimizing environments for crop health and vitality
Plan greenhouse or indoor operation for efficiency and productivity
Design facilities for low-maintenance and autonomous operation
Build solutions in alignment with the producer's business model
Demonstrate energy savings for utility energy efficiency incentive programs
Download the free guide here.
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