DYERSVILLE, Iowa, Feb. 25,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GrowSpan Greenhouse Structures
is excited to announce the grand opening of their new
state-of-the-art Venlo greenhouse at their Dyersville, Iowa campus. To celebrate this
milestone, GrowSpan will be hosting a ribbon-cutting event on
Thursday, April 3rd from
12:00 p.m. CST to 3:00 p.m. CST at
1440 Field of Dreams Way.
The event will feature a formal ribbon-cutting at 1:00 p.m. CST, followed by guided tours of the
structure, providing attendees with a firsthand look at this
groundbreaking addition to GrowSpan's greenhouse product line.
Guests will also have the opportunity to connect with industry
professionals, enjoy food and beverages and purchase fresh produce
grown on-site.
For more information or to RSVP, please visit:
https://www.growspan.com/about-us/events/venlo-grand-opening/
GrowSpan's Venlo greenhouse project represents years of research
and development, as well as significant investments made in
manufacturing facilities and infrastructure. To date, the company's
Iowa campus has grown to over 60
acres in size, including recent updates to their production line
totaling more than $13 million.
The Venlo marks an impressive addition to GrowSpan's already
expansive operation, showcasing not only their manufacturing
prowess, but also their proven capacity for executing complex
construction projects. Likewise, this structure helps set a new
standard for commercial greenhouse production, further solidifying
GrowSpan's position as a leader in the industry.
"As the only U.S. manufacturer of the Venlo, we have a unique
opportunity to expand our reach and provide innovative solutions to
both existing and new customers," said Will
Hopkins, Business Development Manager for GrowSpan. "For
operations needing a structure over 15,000 square feet, it's an
easy choice. It's the most efficient system available, backed by
Dutch technology that sets the industry standard."
By expanding its product line to include Venlo greenhouses,
GrowSpan provides commercial growers with a large-scale,
high-performance alternative to more traditional greenhouse
structures. This achievement underscores the company's ability to
meet the evolving demands of modern agriculture with
industry-leading solutions.
"Our customers look for greenhouse systems that maximize
profitability. The Venlo structure will allow them to produce large
harvests at the lowest cost, giving them a clear edge in the
marketplace," said Tania Tomoroga, VP of Sales and Marketing for
GrowSpan.
The completion of GrowSpan's Venlo greenhouse project involved
extensive collaboration between their research, design and
manufacturing teams. Every detail, from structural components to
environmental control systems, was meticulously planned to maximize
efficiency and productivity.
"We've always believed in the quality of our greenhouses, but
the Venlo showcases GrowSpan's ingenuity," said Martina Bockenstedt, GrowSpan's VP of
Operations. "From the initial research and development to
integrating new design software, and then manufacturing and
constructing a greenhouse system of this magnitude and quality,
we've shown GrowSpan's ability to work collaboratively and raise
the industry standard."
Spanning nearly one acre, the facility boasts approximately
25,000 square feet of dedicated growing space. Its frame is
constructed from hot-dipped galvanized steel, which is then clad
with 4 mm glass on all sides and employs motorized, cable-driven
climate screens for total control over light diffusion and light
restriction.
"With glass, the structure allows around 90% of natural sunlight
to come through," said Jena Jepson,
Head Grower for GrowSpan. "The taller roof and large open space
also help create a more homogenous growing environment compared to
a traditional greenhouse, and by using components like steel and
glass that are better-suited to harsh weather conditions, we're
really able to maximize the lifespan of your investment."
Partition walls are used to divide the growing space into three
distinct zones, each one tailored to an individual crop type. In
the first zone, lettuce is produced in a deep water cultivation
system with above-ground ponds and polystyrene rafts. The second
and third zones feature suspended gutter cultivation systems,
incorporating drip irrigation with leachate collection to yield
tomato and strawberry plants.
Additionally, the Venlo greenhouse is outfitted with the latest
climate control equipment to allow for year-round, energy-efficient
crop production. From HAF and AHU fans to vertical sliding windows,
hydronic heating systems, LED lighting, high-pressure foggers and
much more, GrowSpan is able to customize and fine-tune the growing
environment with precision accuracy.
"For us, we wanted this greenhouse to be a showcase where we
could display a variety of growing systems and equipment," said
Jepson. "Deciding the growing systems was based on what we are
seeing as industry standard and what our customers might like to
see. That also carried through to many of the equipment choices we
made, as well as what new technologies were going to promote energy
savings and sustainability."
The structure's attached headhouse, designed with two levels,
provides over 10,000 square feet of supplemental production space.
The lower level houses rooms for harvesting and processing,
mechanical equipment and storage, while its upper mezzanine level
comes complete with an office, conference room and viewing platform
to offer a panoramic look into the greenhouse's three distinct
growing zones.
With such a massive production space, GrowSpan will be able to
use their new Venlo greenhouse to benefit surrounding communities
across Eastern Iowa. In addition
to supplying the area with large quantities of fresh produce,
GrowSpan will host future tours for mid to large-scale growers,
local schools and universities.
Growers, industry professionals and the public are invited
to attend the grand opening event to explore the new greenhouse,
meet GrowSpan's experts and learn more about the latest
advancements in controlled environment agriculture.
For more information or to RSVP, please visit:
https://www.growspan.com/about-us/events/venlo-grand-opening/
GrowSpan Greenhouse Structures has been the industry-leading
manufacturer of commercial greenhouses and growing solutions for
over forty-five years. With a commitment to innovation and quality,
GrowSpan provides custom greenhouse solutions tailored to the needs
of growers everywhere.
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