Basic 1 Acre

Back to Basic

Build your greenhouse business case within minutes!

ROI Calculator

Let's talk about the Basics of food production!

Contact

Basic 1 Acre

The Basic 1.0 Acre greenhouse is the largest model in the Basic series, offering 3,840 m² (41,333 sq. ft.) of soil-based growing space. This model is designed for farmers who want to scale up their operations while keeping costs and complexity manageable.

This greenhouse provides a full commercial-scale platform for local food production, allowing growers to develop a strong market presence and supply chain relationships. Whether selling to local retailers, restaurants, or direct-to-consumer markets, the Basic 1.0 Acre greenhouse delivers an efficient, profitable entry into professional horticulture.

Metric

The Basic 1 Acre facility is designed with a designated pathway along one side for streamlined access. Entry into the cultivation area is facilitated through a sliding door from the service building, positioning the crops and cultivation systems to the left upon entry. The technical area* housing energy and irrigation equipment, is accessible through the open service zone**, ensuring efficient workflow and maintenance access.

Greenhouse

Length 196 ft 10 in (15x [13 ft 1 in] = 196 ft 10 in)
Width 210 ft (8x [26 ft 3 in] = 210 ft)
Area 41,333 sq ft 1.0 Acre
Height 13 ft 1 in  
Snow load¹ 7.31 psf  
Crop load 3.13 psf  
Installation loads 1.46 psf  
Windspeed² 105 mph  
¹ In heavy snow areas a snow melt heating to be applied
² Reduction factors apply

Service Building

Length 131 ft 3 in (10x [13 ft 1 in] = 131 ft 3 in)
Width 39 ft 4 in (1x [39 ft 4 in] = 39 ft 4 in)
Area 5,167 sq ft  
Height 13 ft 1 in  
*Energy and Irrigation room included with separation walls
**Packing handling and office space by local contractor inside this prefab building

The Basic 1 Acre facility is designed with a designated pathway along one side for streamlined access. Entry into the cultivation area is facilitated through a sliding door from the service building, positioning the crops and cultivation systems to the left upon entry. The technical area*, housing energy and irrigation equipment, is accessible through the open service zone**, ensuring efficient workflow and maintenance access.

Greenhouse

Length 60.0 m (15x 4.0 = 60.0m)
Width 64.0 m (8x 8.0 = 64.0m)
Area 3,840 m² 1.0 Acre
Height 4.0 m  
Snow load¹ 350 N/m²  
Crop load 150 N/m²  
Installation loads 70 N/m²  
Windspeed² 29.5 m/s  
¹ In heavy snow areas a snow melt heating to be applied
² Reduction factors apply

Service Building

Length 40.0 m (10x 4.0m = 40.0m)
Width 12.0 m (1x 12.0m = 12.0m)
Area 480 m²  
Height 4.0 m  
*Energy and Irrigation room included with separation walls
**Packing handling and office space by local contractor inside this prefab building

As an organic soil-based system, the Basic 1 Acre model is subject to variability in yield outcomes based on factors such as soil quality, climate conditions, and grower expertise. These estimates provide a general reference rather than a fixed expectation.
Tomatoes Imperial - Growlights - Metric - Growlights -
Beef Tomatoes 540,000 lbs. - No lights - 244,950 kg - No lights -
TOV Tomatoes 360,000 lbs. - No lights - 163,300 kg - No lights -
Cocktail Tomatoes 288,000 lbs. - No lights - 130,650 kg - No lights -
Cherry Tomatoes 144,000 lbs. - No lights - 65,350 kg - No lights -
Cucumbers        
Long Cucumbers 368,500 lbs. - No lights - 167,150 kg - No lights -
Midi Cucumbers 267,000 lbs. - No lights - 121,150 kg - No lights -
Mini Cucumbers 102,000 lbs. - No lights - 46,300 kg - No lights -
Snack Cucumbers 57,500 lbs. - No lights - 26,100 kg - No lights -
Bell Peppers        
Green Peppers 178,000 lbs. - No lights - 80,750 kg - No lights -
Red Peppers 190,500 lbs. - No lights - 86,450 kg - No lights -
Yellow Peppers 184,500 lbs. - No lights - 83,700 kg - No lights -
Orange Peppers 165,500 lbs. - No lights - 75,100 kg - No lights -
Strawberries        
Seasonal 76,500 lbs. - No lights - 34,700 kg - No lights -
Everbearing 92,500 lbs. - No lights - 42,000 kg - No lights -

Access the layout drawings with detailed sizing specifications in PDF and DWG formats for a clear overview of the Basic 1 Acre model. For detailed pricing, a bill of materials, and available options, please fill out the form below. This allows us to tailor the 1 Acre model to your specific requirements.

Layout Drawing PDF

Download free brochure!

GrowPro Basic 1.0 Acre

Our GrowPro Model 1.0 Acre greenhouse is the largest size greenhouse we have to offer in our Basic series, with nearly 4000 square meters this is an ideal greenhouse to get serious in Greenhouse Farming, suitable for small community greenhouses, college greenhouses, university greenhouses.

Basic 1.0 Acre Greenhouse Imperial

GrowPro Basic 1.0 Acre Catalog Imperial

Our GrowPro Model 1.0 Acre greenhouse is the largest size greenhouse in our Basic series we have to offer, with 41,000 square feet this is an ideal greenhouse to get serious in Greenhouse Farming, suitable for small community greenhouses, college greenhouses, university greenhouses, farm greenhouse, and farmersmarkets

Basic 1 Acre – Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve gathered the most common questions investors and growers ask when exploring this model. From crop types and climate options to pricing and timelines — here’s everything you need to know before making your next move.

Ideal for organic soil production of a variety of vegetables, herbs, and fruits. It offers scalability for local suppliers and community-supported agriculture.

Yes, upgrades for energy-saving screens, insulation, and heating systems are available to meet different climatic demands.

This package covers the greenhouse structure (approximately 3,800 m² / 40,903 ft²), basic manual irrigation, ventilation, and a service building.

Standard lead times are around 12-14 weeks, ready for shipment. On-site construction depends greatly on the crew and selected options, but typically takes up to 2 months.

The GrowPro Basic 1 Acre Venlo glass greenhouse costs approx. €1,030,000 (≈ $1,195,000) as a turnkey project.

  • DutchGreenhouses supply value: €750,000 FOB, covering hardware: Venlo steel/glass structure, cladding, heating, irrigation, screening, cultivation systems, electricals, and climate computer.

  • Turnkey project price: €1,030,000 including local assembly and concrete works (≈ €280,000).
    Excludes transport, cooling, LED lighting, fogging, and packing systems.

Build your greenhouse business case within minutes!

ROI Calculator

Let's talk about the Basics of food production!

Contact