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Greenhouse Tomatoes

How do I convert our poultry houses (or barn) to greenhouses to grow tomatoes?

Judging by the several conversions from poultry / pig / beef structures to greenhouses I have seen, I cannot recommend it. You are far better off starting with a structure designed as a greenhouse. The other buildings are built too heavy in support for the roof and cause too much shade, they do not ventilate properly, and won't provide the optimum environment for a high light crop like tomatoes.

I suggest you get several quotes for greenhouses of the size you are looking for and compare them. Several vendors are listed in the back of the Greenhouse Tomato Handbook.

Greenhouse Tomatoes

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