Water tanks at hydroponic greenhouses
At the Greek Peloponnese we supplied through our dealer 4 water tanks at a hydroponic greenhouse facility, growing 1,2Ha of tomatoes. The water tanks have a height of ca. 4,5 meters and diameters of ca. 6 meters.
Application
The rainwater that falls at the roofs of the greenhouses is collected and led to the water tanks by means of gutter systems. In addition to rainwater harvesting, the water tanks are also used to store clean water produced by a reverse osmosis (R/O) system. This ensures the tomato plants get irrigated with high-quality water, free from impurities such as metals, dirts, salts and chemical contaminants. Improving the growth of the crops!
Water that drains from the hydroponic system is also collected in the storage tanks. This water is treated and reused, reducing water consumption. Very important, given the climate change challenges faced by greenhouses. Add to that the weather challenges Greece is dealing with, as a region with already limited water resources.
Horticulture in Greece and the Peloponnese
The productivity of Greek horticulture is changing. Vegetable and fruit exports from Greece have risen sharply since last year, with this trend expected to continue. As a result, Greek horticulture is transitioning from small-scale farming operations to a modern industry that is becoming more large-scale and high-tech. Within Greece, the Peloponnese has become a key region for modern horticulture, where growers are constructing greenhouse areas. The region benefits from its favorable Mediterranean climate. Dutch technology, including NPI water tanks, is helping producers modernise.
