Practical Resources for
High Tunnel Growers

Resources organized by topic to help you build, manage, and improve high tunnel production on your farm — from construction and crop planning to soil health and pest management.

Core Grower Topics

Explore resources organized by the topics that matter most to high tunnel growers.

General

Foundational information on high tunnel systems, benefits, and getting started.

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Construction

Guides for site selection, structural design, and building your high tunnel.

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Managing Soil

Best practices for soil health, fertility, and long-term soil management.

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Pest Management

Integrated strategies for managing insects, diseases, and weeds in tunnels.

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Marketing & Economics

Business planning, market strategies, and financial analysis for tunnel crops.

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Grower Innovations

Creative solutions and techniques developed by experienced tunnel growers.

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High Tunnels Crop Production

Crop Production in High Tunnels

Detailed guides for growing specific crop categories in high tunnel environments.

Cool Season Vegetables

Warm Season Vegetables & Melons

Small Fruits

Cut Flowers

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Video Library

Watch instructional videos on high tunnel topics.

Factsheets

Reference guides for high tunnel best practices.

Publications

In-depth research publications reports.

Research

Access the latest high tunnel research findings.

Daylength Calculator

Plan planting schedules based daylength.

Latest Grower Articles

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New USDA Funding for High Tunnel Programs

Recent federal funding expands access to EQIP high tunnel cost-share programs for small and mid-size farms.

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Season Extension Results: 2025 Trial Data

University research trials show 30% longer harvest windows using low-cost high tunnel modifications.

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Workshop: High Tunnel Basics for Beginners

Upcoming extension workshop covers site selection, construction, and first-year crop planning.

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Find What You Need for Your High Tunnel

Whether you’re building your first tunnel or optimizing an existing operation, we have the resources to help you succeed.

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