
How Vertical Farming Helps Reduce Urban Food Costs
Learn how vertical farming lowers urban food costs through shorter supply chains, controlled environment agriculture, lower waste, and efficient urban food production systems.
Unit price: USD 8–20/square meterMOQ: 500 square metersMaterial: Galvanized steel + hollow PC sheetsSize: Customized span & length✅ High wind resistance ≥ 100 km/h✅ Snow load bearing up to 0.5–1.0 kN/m²✅ Available in Venlo-type or arch-top structure✅ Suitable for automation upgrade
| Specification | Detail |
| Covering Material | Hollow polycarbonate sheet (4mm / 6mm / 8mm) |
| Structure Material | Hot-dip galvanized steel |
| Span Width | 8m / 9.6m / 10.8m / 12m |
| Bay Length | 4m / 5m |
| Gutter Height | 3m / 4m / 4.5m (customizable) |
| Top Height | 4.8m – 6.5m |
| Snow Load | 0.5–1.0 kN/m² |
| Wind Load | ≥100 km/h |
| Light Transmission | 80–85% |
| Lifespan | PC sheet: 10+ years; structure: 15–20 years |






| Problem | Our Solution |
| Snow or wind damage in winter | Reinforced PC panels + heavy-duty frame |
| Uneven light exposure and overheating | Diffused PC sheets + shading net system |
| High heating costs | Excellent insulation reduces heating consumption |
| Difficult year-round cultivation | Stable microclimate ensures 4-season production |
| Pest or disease pressure | Airtight structure + insect netting options |

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